Green Unroasted, Roasted & Specialty Arabica Coffee
Sourcing high-altitude Arabica coffee across green unroasted beans, artisan roasted whole beans, and commercial ground blends from verified plantations in Vietnam and Southern India.
B2B Commercial Sourcing Overview
Filosha Exports serves as an international sourcing partner for specialty and commercial Arabica coffee, connecting roasteries, coffee brands, and beverage distributors with high-altitude growing regions in Vietnam (Lam Dong, Da Lat) and Southern India (Chikmagalur, Coorg, Shevaroys). From green unroasted beans (Washed, Natural, Honey processed) graded by screen size to custom drum-roasted whole beans, we coordinate origin inspection, moisture control, and containerized dispatch according to international coffee trade standards.
Export Grade Specifications & Quality Parameters
| Botanical Species | 100% Coffea Arabica (Catimor, Typica, Bourbon, S795) |
|---|---|
| Growing Altitude | Illustrative: 1,000m - 1,600m above sea level |
| Processing Methods | Fully Washed (Wet Processed), Natural (Sun-Dried), Pulped Natural (Honey) |
| Bean Calibration / Screen Size | Screen 18 (7.1mm), Screen 16 (6.3mm), Screen 14 (5.6mm) |
| Moisture Content | Max 12.0% - 12.5% (standard ICO green coffee specification) |
| Defect Count / Grade | Grade 1 / Commercial Specialty (Target max 5 defects per 300g sample per contract standard) |
| Roast Levels (Finished Goods) | Light Roast, Medium Roast (City/Full City), Dark Roast (French/Italian) |
| Bulk Packaging (Green) | 60kg / 69kg Jute Bags with GrainPro hermetic inner liners |
| Roasted / Retail Packaging | 1kg / 5kg Valve Bags or Custom OEM Foil Pouches with Degassing Valve |
Illustrative Origin Routing
Ho Chi Minh / Cat Lai (Vietnam) & Cochin, Mangalore, Chennai (India) — designated at quotation
Container Capacity (FCL)
20ft FCL: Approx. 19.2 - 20.0 MT (in 60kg jute bags with GrainPro)
Dispatch Lead Time
Estimated 10 - 15 business days for cupping verification, grading, and reefer/dry container loading
*Note: Export loading ports, screen distributions, cupping score targets, and processing timelines are illustrative trade benchmarks. Final physical parameters, defect tolerances, packaging liners, and shipment terms are confirmed against the selected plantation/washing station and buyer requirements at quotation stage.
Frequently Asked Procurement Questions
Key commercial information for international importers, category buyers, and supply managers.
What screen sizes and processing methods are available for green Arabica coffee beans?
Green Arabica beans are graded across standard international screen sizes: Screen 18 (Large bean / AA grade), Screen 16 (A grade), and Screen 14 (Peaberry / commercial grade). Processing styles include Fully Washed for crisp citric acidity and clean finish, Natural (Dry-processed) for heavy body and fruity undertones, and Pulped Natural (Honey) for balanced sweetness.
How are green coffee beans protected against moisture and condensation during ocean transit?
Export consignments are packed in traditional breathable jute outer bags lined with hermetic, multi-layer high-barrier GrainPro or Ecotact inner liners. This protects green beans against tropical humidity fluctuations, mold formation, and sensory degradation throughout long ocean transit.
Can you provide custom roasting profiles and private-label packaging for retail coffee brands?
Yes. In addition to commercial green bean exports, we support custom OEM roasting and toll packing in collaboration with partner facilities. Options include tailored roast profiles (Light, City, Full City, Dark Vienna), grinding for espresso or filter extraction, and packaging into 250g, 500g, or 1kg nitrogen-flushed foil bags fitted with one-way degassing valves.
What are the export documentation requirements and commercial MOQs for green vs roasted coffee?
For green coffee beans, standard export MOQ is 1 x 20ft FCL (approx. 320 to 330 bags of 60kg each / ~19.2 MT), though LCL palletized shipments (approx. 10 to 50 bags) are available for specialty micro-lots. Consignments include ICO Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Commercial Invoice, and laboratory moisture/cupping reports.