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

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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.

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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