How to Price Green Coffee
Beans for Export
ICE futures benchmarks, FOB vs CIF, origin differentials, and currency hedging — a practical guide from an active Indian coffee exporter.
What Determines the Price of Indian Green Coffee?
Green coffee pricing is not arbitrary. Every quote from LIT COFFEE is anchored to the ICE Futures New York C contract — the global benchmark for Arabica — adjusted for the Indian origin differential, processing grade, moisture content, and whether the trade term is FOB or CIF.
Understanding these components helps buyers evaluate quotes accurately and negotiate contracts confidently. This guide walks through each pricing factor with clarity.
FOB, CIF & Origin Differential
- ICE Futures New York C (Arabica benchmark)
- Indian origin differential (± per lb)
- Processing & grade premium
- Sea freight to destination port
- Marine insurance (CIF only)
- Currency: INR/USD forward hedge
Min. Order
5 MT
Price Basis
ICE + Diff
Trade Terms
FOB & CIF
Quote TAT
24 Hours
Six Factors That Shape the Final Price
ICE Futures Benchmark
New York C contract for Arabica sets the global base price, adjusted for Indian origin differential.
Processing Grade
Plantation A, Parchment, or Monsoon Malabar each carry distinct grade premiums above commodity price.
Moisture Content
Beans within the 10–12% moisture range command full price; deviations affect valuation.
Freight & Insurance
FOB price excludes these; CIF quotes roll in sea freight + insurance to the buyer's port.
Currency Hedging
INR/USD forward contracts stabilize margins against exchange rate fluctuations.
Lot Size & MOQ
Larger volumes (above 20MT) typically unlock better per-kg pricing on bulk contracts.
Green Coffee Pricing — FAQs
How is Indian green coffee priced for export?
Indian green coffee is benchmarked against the ICE Futures New York C contract for Arabica, then adjusted for origin differential, processing grade, and freight costs to the destination port.
What is the difference between FOB and CIF pricing?
FOB (Free On Board) covers goods loaded at the Indian port — the buyer handles freight and insurance. CIF (Cost, Insurance & Freight) bundles in sea freight and insurance to the buyer's named destination port.
How does currency exchange affect coffee export pricing?
Since coffee trades in USD globally, INR/USD fluctuations directly impact exporter margins. We use forward exchange contracts to hedge risk and offer stable pricing to international buyers.
Indian Coffee Export Destinations
We export Indian green coffee beans to buyers across Europe, the Middle East, and North America.
Ready to Get a Green Coffee Price Quote?
Our export team responds within 24 hours with FOB and CIF pricing, grade specs, and container details.
Contact Our Export Team
Email: export@leelaprasadcoffee.com | Phone: +91-96869 95189
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