China Coffee Imports 2026 Market Overview & Trends

China's coffee import market shows exceptional growth. Between 2020 and 2024, the import value surged from $313.1 million to $972.6 million. Correspondingly, total quantity increased from 70.6 million to 190.9 million units, reflecting a consistently rising demand for coffee products over the five-year period.

In 2024, Brazil emerged as the leading supplier to China, with an export value of $301.6 million. Colombia followed as the second-largest partner at $189.7 million. Ethiopia and Vietnam also maintained strong positions, each contributing over $100 million, while Indonesia rounded out the top five suppliers.

Tanzania leads emerging partners with a 5.04% growth rate, followed by Uganda at 1.76%. While Brazil and Colombia provide the highest total volumes, their growth rates are lower at 0.36% and 0.71% respectively, indicating that African suppliers are currently seeing the fastest relative momentum.

Green coffee beans (HS 090111) dominate the sector, accounting for $836.8 million in 2024. Roasted and ground coffee beans represent the second-largest category at $127.4 million. Other products, including decaffeinated options and coffee substitutes, hold a minimal share of the total import value.