Robusta Coffee Beans

Strong, bold flavor with higher caffeine content. Ideal for espresso blends and instant coffee.

Basic Specifications

Coffee Type Robusta (Coffea canephora)
HSN Code 090111 (Unroasted) / 09012190 (Roasted)
Origin Lower altitude tropical regions
Caffeine Content 2.2% - 2.7% (Higher than Arabica)
Growing Altitude 200-800 meters above sea level

Quality Parameters

Bean Size Screen 14-16 (Smaller than Arabica)
Moisture Content 10% - 12% (for green beans)
Defect Allowance Max 8% (Standard Grade)
Bean Shape Rounded, straight crease
Density 600-700 g/L

Flavor Profile

Taste Strong, bold, bitter, earthy
Aroma Woody, nutty, sometimes rubbery
Body Full, heavy body
Acidity Low to very low
Common Notes
Earthy Nutty Woody Peanutty

Robusta Coffee Characteristics

High Caffeine

Contains 2.2-2.7% caffeine, almost double that of Arabica beans.

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Disease Resistant

Hardier plant, resistant to pests and diseases, easier to cultivate.

Crema Producer

Excellent for espresso crema due to higher lipid content.

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Cost Effective

Higher yield and lower cultivation costs.

Robusta accounts for about 30-40% of global coffee production. It's often used in espresso blends for crema and in instant coffee for strong flavor.

Packaging Options

Green Coffee Beans

Bulk Bags: 60 kg or 70 kg jute bags with inner lining

Custom Sizes: Available for container loads

Moisture Protection: Polyethylene-lined bags

Roasted Coffee Beans

Valve Bags / Foil Pouches: 250g, 500g, 1kg

Freshness: Nitrogen-flushed

Bulk Cartons: 10 kg, 20 kg, or custom sizes

Common Uses

Espresso Blends: 10-40% Robusta content

Instant Coffee: Primary bean type

Filter Coffee: Often blended with Arabica