Coffee Export Documents: Complete Checklist for International Shipments

By Viet Coffee Source Export Guides

Coffee export documents form the legal, commercial, logistical and quality record of an international shipment. A missing certificate, inconsistent weight, incorrect product description, wrong consignee name or mismatched container number can delay customs clearance, prevent payment, create demurrage charges or lead to rejection by the buyer. Exporters should therefore prepare every document through a controlled checklist rather than treating documentation as an administrative task completed after the coffee has already been shipped.

The exact document set depends on the exporting country, destination market, coffee type, Incoterm, payment method, shipping route, buyer requirements and whether the product is green coffee, roasted coffee, instant coffee, private-label coffee or a sample shipment. Not every shipment requires every document listed in this guide. The exporter must confirm the applicable requirements with the buyer, customs broker, freight forwarder, shipping line, inspection company, bank and relevant government authorities before loading.

Why coffee export documentation is critical

International coffee trade involves several parties that rely on the same shipment information. These may include the producer, exporter, importer, bank, customs authority, shipping line, freight forwarder, port operator, inspection company, certification body, insurer and destination warehouse.

Each party may use the documents for a different purpose:

Customs authorities use them to classify, value and clear the cargo.
Shipping lines use them to issue the Bill of Lading.
Banks use them to process documentary collections or letters of credit.
Buyers use them to verify quantity, quality, origin and contractual compliance.
Insurance companies use them to evaluate and settle claims.
Food-safety authorities use them to assess product and facility compliance.
Warehouse and logistics teams use them to identify containers, lots and delivery instructions.

A document can be individually correct but still cause a problem if it conflicts with another document. Consistency across the complete document set is therefore as important as the accuracy of each individual certificate.

Core coffee export document checklist

Document	Main purpose	Usually prepared by
Commercial invoice	Declares the commercial value and sales details	Exporter
Packing list	Shows packaging, quantity, net weight and gross weight	Exporter
Sales contract or purchase order	Defines the agreed commercial terms	Buyer and seller
Bill of Lading or transport document	Confirms receipt and carriage of the cargo	Carrier or freight forwarder
Certificate of Origin	Confirms the country of origin	Authorized chamber or authority
Phytosanitary certificate	Confirms plant-health compliance when required	Competent plant-health authority
Fumigation certificate	Records fumigation treatment when applicable	Authorized treatment provider
Quality or inspection certificate	Confirms agreed quality, quantity or loading condition	Exporter, laboratory or inspection company
Weight certificate	Confirms shipment weight	Weighbridge, surveyor or authorized party
Insurance certificate	Confirms cargo insurance coverage	Insurer or broker
Export customs declaration	Declares the shipment to customs	Exporter or customs broker
Import permits or buyer authorizations	Confirm destination-market approval	Importer
Certificates of analysis	Provide laboratory or product-specification results	Laboratory or quality-control department
Traceability records	Connect the shipment to farms, lots, batches and processing records	Exporter or supply-chain operator

Commercial invoice

The commercial invoice is one of the most important documents in a coffee export shipment. It is issued by the exporter to the buyer and is used by customs, banks, freight companies and accounting teams.

A complete commercial invoice commonly includes:

Exporter’s legal name, address and tax information
Importer or consignee’s legal name and address
Invoice number and invoice date
Sales contract or purchase-order reference
Product description
Coffee species, grade or specification
Processing method when commercially relevant
Crop year or production period when required
Packaging type
Number of bags, cartons, drums or pallets
Net weight and gross weight
Unit price
Total invoice value
Currency
Incoterm and named place or port
Country of origin
Country of destination
Payment terms
Bank details when required
Authorized signature or company approval

The product description must be specific enough for the buyer and customs authority to understand what is being shipped. Generic descriptions such as “coffee products” may be insufficient. A clearer description may state whether the shipment contains green Robusta coffee beans, washed Arabica, roasted coffee, spray-dried instant coffee or retail three-in-one coffee.

Packing list

The packing list describes how the cargo is physically packed. Unlike the commercial invoice, it may not show commercial prices.

A coffee packing list should normally include:

Exporter and consignee details
Packing-list number and date
Invoice and contract reference
Product description
Lot or batch number
Number of packages
Type of packages
Net weight per package
Total net weight
Total gross weight
Pallet count when applicable
Container number
Seal number
Shipping marks
Dimensions or volume when required

The total quantity and weight must match the commercial invoice, customs declaration, shipping instruction and Bill of Lading. Any difference must be resolved before final documents are released.

Sales contract and purchase order

The sales contract or purchase order establishes the commercial agreement between buyer and seller. It may not always be submitted to customs, but it is essential for preparing the other documents correctly.

The agreement should define:

Product name and specification
Origin
Quantity and permitted tolerance
Packaging
Price and currency
Incoterm
Shipment period
Port of loading and destination
Payment method
Quality-approval procedure
Pre-shipment and arrival-sample requirements
Required certificates
Inspection responsibility
Claims procedure
Force-majeure provisions
Applicable law or dispute-resolution method

The exporter should create a document-requirement sheet directly from the final signed agreement. This reduces the risk of preparing a standard document package that does not satisfy the specific buyer.

Bill of Lading

The Bill of Lading is issued by the carrier or its authorized agent after the cargo has been received for shipment or loaded on board. Depending on the form used, it can function as a receipt for the cargo, evidence of the contract of carriage and a document of title.

Important Bill of Lading details include:

Shipper
Consignee
Notify party
Vessel and voyage
Port of loading
Port of discharge
Place of receipt and delivery when applicable
Container number
Seal number
Package count
Description of goods
Gross weight
Freight terms
Number of original documents
On-board date

The exporter should carefully review the draft Bill of Lading before approval. Corrections after issuance can be expensive and may delay payment or customs clearance.

Original Bill of Lading, sea waybill and telex release

Different release methods may be used depending on the transaction.

Transport-document method	Main characteristic	Practical consideration
Original Bill of Lading	Original documents may be required for cargo release	Courier timing and document control are critical
Telex release or surrendered Bill of Lading	Carrier releases cargo without presentation of originals after surrender	Exporter should confirm payment and release authorization
Sea waybill	Non-negotiable transport document	Often used when buyer and seller have an established relationship
House Bill of Lading	Issued by a freight forwarder	Must be reconciled with the master transport record

The release method should be agreed before shipment and coordinated with the payment method. An inappropriate release instruction can expose the exporter to non-payment risk.

Certificate of Origin

The Certificate of Origin confirms where the coffee originated. It may be required by the buyer, customs authority, bank or a preferential trade arrangement.

The certificate usually includes:

Exporter details
Consignee details
Country of origin
Transport information
Product description
Package quantity
Gross or net weight
Invoice reference
Authorized certification

The exporter must distinguish between a non-preferential Certificate of Origin and a preferential origin document used to claim reduced import duty under a trade agreement. The applicable origin rules may depend on the product classification, processing and trade route.

Phytosanitary certificate

A phytosanitary certificate may be required for green coffee, coffee seeds, plant material, wooden packaging or particular destination markets. It is normally issued by the competent plant-protection authority after inspection or verification.

The certificate may confirm that the shipment:

Was inspected according to applicable procedures
Is free from specified quarantine pests
Meets the plant-health requirements of the importing country
Received a required treatment
Matches the declared quantity and botanical description

Requirements vary by destination and product form. Roasted or soluble coffee may be treated differently from unroasted coffee. The exporter should obtain the buyer’s current import requirement before arranging inspection.

Fumigation certificate

A fumigation certificate records treatment of the cargo, packaging or container when fumigation is required. It may state:

Treatment provider
Date and location
Container number
Commodity
Chemical used
Dosage
Exposure period
Ventilation or clearance details
Authorized signature

Fumigation should only be performed by qualified personnel using approved methods. Safety instructions and destination-market residue requirements must be observed.

ISPM 15 documentation for wooden packaging

Wooden pallets, crates, dunnage and other solid-wood packaging used in international trade may need treatment and marking under applicable plant-health rules. The required mark is generally applied directly to the compliant wood packaging rather than issued only as a separate certificate.

The exporter should inspect wooden packaging before loading and confirm:

Required treatment mark is present and legible
Marking is not altered or counterfeit
Wood is free from bark and visible infestation
Pallets are dry and structurally sound
Destination accepts the packaging type

Quality certificate

A quality certificate can be issued internally by the exporter or independently by a laboratory, surveyor or inspection company. Its contents depend on the product and contract.

For green coffee, the certificate may include:

Species and grade
Origin and region
Crop year
Processing method
Screen distribution
Moisture
Water activity
Defect count
Foreign matter
Bean density
Cupping score
Flavor profile
Lot number

For roasted or instant coffee, it may include moisture, color, particle size, solubility, caffeine, microbiological parameters, packaging integrity or sensory evaluation.

Buyers can review coffee quality, traceability and compliance controls when defining the certificate and testing requirements for a shipment.

Certificate of Analysis

A Certificate of Analysis presents laboratory or quality-control results for the shipped product. It should clearly identify the exact lot or batch tested.

Depending on the product and buyer requirements, it may contain:

Moisture
Water activity
Caffeine
Microbiological results
Mycotoxin results
Pesticide-residue results
Heavy-metal results
Solubility
Bulk density
Particle-size distribution
Sensory results
Packaging tests

The test method, laboratory identity, test date, sample reference and acceptance limits should be stated when commercially important.

Inspection certificate

An inspection certificate may confirm quality, quantity, weight, packaging, container condition or loading supervision. It may be required by the buyer, bank, insurer or government authority.

Common inspection scopes include:

Pre-shipment quality inspection
Container cleanliness inspection
Bag or carton count
Weight verification
Sampling
Seal verification
Photographic loading record
Packaging and marking verification
Conformity with contract specifications

The contract should identify who appoints the inspector, who pays the cost and whether the inspection result is final or subject to review.

Weight certificate

A weight certificate confirms the measured or verified weight of the shipment. It may be issued by a public weighbridge, inspection company, warehouse or authorized weighing operator.

The certificate should identify:

Shipment reference
Container or truck number
Product
Package count
Gross weight
Tare weight when applicable
Net weight
Date and place of weighing
Scale or weighing authority

The weight certificate must be reconciled with the packing list, invoice, customs declaration and transport document.

Verified Gross Mass

For containerized ocean shipments, the verified gross mass is generally required before the container can be loaded onto a vessel. It includes the cargo, packaging, pallets, dunnage, securing materials and the tare weight of the container.

The exporter should ensure that:

The weighing method is accepted by the relevant authority and carrier.
The correct container number is shown.
The submission is made before the carrier’s deadline.
The declared mass matches operational records.
Any amendment is communicated promptly.

Insurance certificate

The insurance certificate confirms cargo coverage when insurance is arranged by the seller or required under the sales agreement, Incoterm or letter of credit.

It may state:

Name of the insured party
Shipment route
Commodity
Insured value
Currency
Covered risks
Policy number
Claims contact
Date of coverage

The insured value, voyage and cargo description must match the transaction. The exporter should understand exclusions related to moisture, inadequate packaging, delay, natural deterioration or improper storage.

Export customs declaration

The export customs declaration formally presents the shipment to the customs authority of the exporting country. It is usually submitted electronically by the exporter or a licensed customs broker.

Information commonly required includes:

Exporter and consignee
Customs procedure
Commodity classification
Product description
Country of origin
Destination country
Quantity and weight
Invoice value
Currency
Incoterm
Transport details
Container number
Supporting permits or certificates

The commodity code must be selected carefully because green coffee, roasted coffee, decaffeinated coffee, extracts, instant coffee and coffee preparations may fall under different classifications.

Import license and buyer-side permits

The importer may need an import license, food-business registration, plant-health permit, product registration or other authorization before the shipment departs.

The exporter should request written confirmation that the buyer has completed all required destination procedures. Shipping before the importer is ready can result in port storage, demurrage, re-export or destruction of the goods.

Health certificate and sanitary certificate

Some destinations or product categories may require a health or sanitary certificate. This may confirm that the product was produced, packed and stored under acceptable food-safety conditions or is fit for human consumption.

The exporter should verify:

Which authority is authorized to issue the certificate
Whether a specific destination template is required
Whether facility registration is necessary
Whether laboratory tests must accompany the certificate
Whether the original document must travel with the shipment

Free Sale Certificate

A Free Sale Certificate may be requested for roasted coffee, instant coffee or branded retail products. It generally confirms that the product is legally manufactured and sold in the exporting country.

This certificate may be relevant for product registration in the destination market. Requirements differ significantly, so the buyer should provide the exact format and issuing-authority expectations.

Ingredient list and product specification

For coffee preparations, flavored coffee, three-in-one products and private-label goods, the buyer may require a detailed ingredient declaration and technical product specification.

The specification can include:

Product composition
Ingredient percentages
Allergen statement
Nutritional values
Net weight
Shelf life
Storage conditions
Preparation instructions
Packaging materials
Microbiological limits
Chemical limits
Sensory standard

The specification should match the label and Certificate of Analysis.

Allergen declaration

Pure green or roasted coffee does not normally contain added allergens, but coffee mixes may include milk, soy, cereals, flavor carriers or other ingredients requiring declaration.

The exporter should provide:

Ingredient-based allergen statement
Cross-contact statement when applicable
Facility allergen-control information
Destination-language declaration when required

Nutrition declaration and label artwork

Retail coffee products may require a nutrition declaration, ingredient list, country-of-origin statement, importer details, preparation instructions, barcode, batch code and date marking.

Before printing or shipping private-label goods, the exporter should obtain written artwork approval from the buyer. Label regulations can differ by market, language and product category.

Material Safety Data Sheet

A standard coffee shipment is generally a food cargo rather than a hazardous chemical shipment. However, logistics companies or buyers may request safety documentation for certain extracts, flavors, cleaning agents, packaging components or industrial ingredients associated with the shipment.

The exporter should avoid issuing an inappropriate safety document merely to satisfy a generic freight checklist. The document must accurately relate to the product being transported.

Organic certificate and transaction certificate

Organic coffee shipments may require valid operator certification, product-scope approval and transaction-specific documentation. The exact document can depend on the destination’s organic system.

Organic records should connect:

Certified producer or supplier
Exporter
Product
Lot number
Quantity
Invoice
Destination
Applicable certification standard

Organic claims must not be used unless the supply chain and transaction comply with the relevant certification requirements.

Sustainability and voluntary certification documents

Buyers may request certificates or traceability evidence associated with voluntary sustainability programs. These may relate to farm practices, chain of custody, social standards, environmental criteria or responsible sourcing.

The exporter should confirm:

Certificate validity
Scope of certified products
Chain-of-custody status
Certified quantity available
Claim wording permitted on commercial documents and packaging
Transaction-reporting obligations

Traceability documents

Traceability records connect the exported coffee to its production and processing history. They may include:

Farm or supplier identity
Region and collection point
Harvest period
Lot number
Processing facility
Drying and storage records
Warehouse location
Quality results
Bag or pallet codes
Container allocation
Mass-balance records

Effective traceability allows the exporter to respond to quality claims, food-safety incidents and buyer due-diligence requests. Buyers can explore the principal coffee origins and production regions of Vietnam when defining the geographic detail required in their sourcing records.

Due-diligence and deforestation-related records

Some markets and buyers may require geolocation, farm-level traceability, legality evidence, risk assessments or due-diligence statements linked to deforestation-free sourcing or supply-chain regulation.

Depending on the applicable requirements, records may include:

Production-plot geolocation
Producer identification
Harvest dates
Legality records
Supply-chain mapping
Risk assessment
Risk-mitigation evidence
Lot segregation or mass balance
Due-diligence reference numbers

Because these requirements can change and may apply differently by company size, product, shipment date and destination, exporters should verify the latest official rules and the buyer’s operational procedure before shipment.

Food-safety management certificates

Buyers may request evidence that the processing or packing facility operates an audited food-safety management system. Depending on the product and buyer, documents may include certificates related to hazard control, good manufacturing practices or recognized food-safety schemes.

The exporter should confirm that:

The certificate is valid on the shipment date.
The facility name and address match the production site.
The product category is within scope.
The certification body is acceptable to the buyer.
Any audit findings have been resolved.

Halal, kosher and market-specific certificates

Roasted, soluble, flavored or mixed coffee products may require religious or market-specific certification. The certificate must cover the correct factory, product, brand and production period.

Pure coffee may have simpler requirements than products containing creamer, flavors, sugar or processing aids. The exporter should not assume that a facility-level certificate automatically covers every product.

Roasted coffee export documents

Roasted coffee shipments often require more retail and food-safety documentation than bulk green coffee. A typical document package may include:

Commercial invoice
Packing list
Bill of Lading or air waybill
Certificate of Origin
Health or sanitary certificate when required
Certificate of Analysis
Ingredient and allergen declaration
Nutrition declaration
Product specification
Shelf-life declaration
Facility certificates
Label approval
Insurance certificate
Customs declaration

Instant coffee export documents

Instant coffee may be shipped as bulk industrial powder, granules, freeze-dried coffee, spray-dried coffee or retail sachets. Documentation may need to confirm:

Product form
Moisture
Solubility
Bulk density
Caffeine level
Microbiological results
Packaging barrier
Ingredient composition
Shelf life
Batch traceability

Three-in-one and flavored products require particular attention to ingredients, allergens and destination labeling.

Green coffee export documents

A standard green coffee shipment may commonly involve:

Commercial invoice
Packing list
Sales contract
Bill of Lading
Certificate of Origin
Phytosanitary certificate when required
Fumigation or treatment record when required
Quality certificate
Weight certificate
Inspection report
Insurance certificate where applicable
Customs declaration
Traceability documentation
Certification records where applicable

Documents for coffee samples

Small samples sent by courier or air freight can still be delayed if the description and value are unclear. A sample shipment may require:

Pro forma or commercial invoice
Accurate product description
Declared sample quantity and weight
Nominal customs value
Purpose of shipment
Country of origin
Courier air waybill
Phytosanitary or import permission when required
Statement that the sample is not for retail sale when appropriate

The exporter should not automatically declare the value as zero because customs systems may require a reasonable value even for a free commercial sample.

Letter of credit document requirements

When payment is made through a letter of credit, documentary compliance becomes especially important. Banks examine documents rather than the physical coffee.

The exporter should check:

Exact beneficiary and applicant names
Latest shipment date
Document-presentation deadline
Required originals and copies
Exact goods description
Permitted quantity and value tolerance
Required certificates
Bill of Lading wording
Freight-prepaid or freight-collect requirement
Insurance amount and coverage
Transshipment and partial-shipment rules
Required signatures and issuers

Any condition that cannot be met should be amended before shipment. Depending on the bank accepting discrepancies after documents are presented can create delay and payment risk.

Documentary collection and open-account shipments

Documentary collection may require the bank to release documents against payment or acceptance. Open-account shipments rely more heavily on the commercial relationship and credit controls.

Even when a bank is not examining the documents, the exporter should maintain the same level of accuracy because customs, the carrier and buyer still depend on them.

Incoterms and document responsibility

The chosen Incoterm affects cost and operational responsibility, but it does not replace the sales contract. The named place must be clearly stated.

Commercial arrangement	Possible exporter responsibility	Document focus
Origin-based delivery	Prepare goods and export documentation	Export clearance, invoice and packing records
Port-based delivery	Deliver cargo to the agreed port stage	Carrier booking and transport evidence
Freight-paid delivery	Arrange main carriage	Bill of Lading and freight details
Insured delivery	Arrange agreed cargo insurance	Insurance certificate and coverage wording
Destination delivery	Manage broader delivery obligations	Import coordination, taxes and destination documents

The buyer and seller must confirm who is responsible for each document, permit, charge and customs procedure.

Consistency checks across all documents

Before issuing final documents, the exporter should compare the following fields across the complete shipment file:

Exporter name and address
Buyer, consignee and notify-party details
Invoice number and date
Contract or purchase-order number
Product description
Commodity code where shown
Origin
Package count
Net weight
Gross weight
Container number
Seal number
Vessel and voyage
Ports and destination
Incoterm
Currency and value
Lot or batch references

Spelling differences in company names, inconsistent punctuation, transposed digits and old addresses can all create discrepancies.

Common coffee export documentation errors

Incorrect consignee: The buyer’s trading name is used instead of the registered importer.
Weight mismatch: The invoice, packing list and Bill of Lading show different totals.
Wrong container number: A digit is copied incorrectly from the loading record.
Wrong seal number: The planned seal is listed instead of the seal actually applied.
Incomplete origin statement: The certificate does not match customs requirements.
Generic product description: The goods are not described clearly enough.
Expired certificate: A facility or product certificate is no longer valid.
Late application: A phytosanitary or inspection request is submitted after loading.
Unapproved label: Retail goods are produced before destination artwork approval.
Letter-of-credit discrepancy: Documents do not reproduce the required wording.
Missing signature: A certificate is issued without the required authorization.
Inconsistent dates: The document chronology conflicts with the shipment timeline.

Document-control workflow before shipment

A structured workflow can reduce errors:

Review the signed contract and purchase order.
Create a shipment-specific document checklist.
Confirm destination import requirements with the buyer.
Confirm bank requirements when documentary payment is used.
Book required inspections and certificates.
Prepare draft invoice and packing list.
Confirm lot, packaging and weight data with the warehouse.
Complete loading and record container and seal numbers.
Submit shipping instructions.
Review the draft Bill of Lading.
Obtain final certificates.
Perform a complete cross-document comparison.
Issue originals or electronic documents according to instructions.
Archive the final signed document set.

Pre-loading document checklist

Signed contract or accepted purchase order is available.
Product specification is approved.
Buyer’s legal details are verified.
Importer permits are confirmed.
Container booking is confirmed.
Certificate requirements are listed.
Inspection appointment is arranged.
Packaging and shipping marks are approved.
Payment conditions are reviewed.
Letter-of-credit conditions are workable.
Draft invoice and packing list are prepared.
Lot and quality-release records are available.

Post-loading document checklist

Final package count is confirmed.
Net and gross weights are confirmed.
Container number is recorded correctly.
Seal number is photographed and recorded.
Loading report is complete.
Shipping instruction is submitted.
Verified Gross Mass is submitted.
Final invoice and packing list are issued.
Certificate applications use final shipment data.
Draft Bill of Lading is reviewed.
All documents are compared for consistency.
Buyer receives copies within the agreed deadline.

Digital export documents

Electronic documents, digital certificates and online customs systems can accelerate international trade, but acceptance varies between authorities, banks, carriers and buyers.

Before using an electronic document, confirm:

The receiving party accepts the format.
The signature or authentication method is valid.
The platform preserves document integrity.
The document can be verified independently.
Original-paper presentation is not required.
The electronic release method matches the payment arrangement.

Document retention

Exporters should retain organized records for the legally required period and any longer contractual or certification period. The archive may include:

Signed contracts
Invoices and packing lists
Customs declarations
Transport documents
Certificates
Laboratory reports
Inspection photographs
Loading records
Correspondence and approvals
Traceability records
Payment documents
Claims records

Files should be searchable by invoice, buyer, lot, container and shipment date.

How buyers should specify required documents

A buyer should provide a written document instruction stating:

Exact legal consignee and notify-party details
Destination port and final delivery point
Required transport-document type
Certificate list
Required wording
Number of originals and copies
Language requirements
Legalization or chamber certification requirements
Bank presentation requirements
Courier or electronic-delivery instructions
Deadline for document submission

Importers, roasters, distributors and industrial buyers can review available coffee export, logistics and documentation solutions before finalizing their shipping procedure. They can also submit a wholesale coffee inquiry with the required product, quantity, destination, Incoterm, certifications and document list.

Final coffee export document checklist

Commercial invoice
Packing list
Sales contract or purchase order
Bill of Lading, sea waybill or air waybill
Certificate of Origin
Export customs declaration
Phytosanitary certificate when required
Fumigation or treatment certificate when required
Quality certificate
Certificate of Analysis
Inspection certificate
Weight certificate
Verified Gross Mass record
Insurance certificate when applicable
Health or sanitary certificate when required
Free Sale Certificate when required
Organic or sustainability transaction records when applicable
Food-safety and facility certificates
Ingredient and allergen declarations for formulated products
Nutrition and label documents for retail products
Traceability and due-diligence records
Import license confirmation
Loading report and photographic evidence
Container and seal record
Bank-specific documents where applicable

Final assessment

A complete coffee export document package must accurately describe the product, parties, quantity, value, origin, transport, quality and regulatory status of the shipment. The commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin certificate and customs declaration form the core of many transactions, while phytosanitary, fumigation, quality, laboratory, insurance, certification and traceability documents depend on the product and destination.

The most important documentation principle is consistency. Product descriptions, package counts, weights, company names, container numbers, seal numbers, values, dates and ports must agree across every document. The exporter should review requirements before production and loading rather than trying to obtain certificates after the vessel deadline.

A disciplined document-control process protects payment, reduces customs delays, prevents demurrage and supports a professional relationship between exporter and buyer. Because import rules, food requirements and due-diligence obligations can change, every shipment should be checked against current official destination requirements and the buyer’s written instructions before dispatch.

Coffee Export Documents: Complete Checklist for International Shipments