Description

Green coffee Arabica Santos 17/18 is a raw coffee from Brazil, processed using the natural method. The beans have a screen size of 17/18.

The coffee has a green to light green colour and a neutral, clean odour, free of foreign smells. Moisture does not exceed 12.0%, and the number of defects is a maximum of 86 per 300 g (SCA). The product meets the microbiological requirements set out in the specification.

Technical aspects

Green coffee Santos 17/18 has a water activity of 0.60–0.70 and a bulk density of 680–720 g/L. The ochratoxin A level complies with EU limits, and E. coli and coliforms are not detected in microbiological testing.

Parameter Value
Product Green coffee beans
Variety Arabica – Santos 17/18
HS code 09011190
Screen size 17/18
Moisture Max. 12.0%
Water activity (Aw) 0.60 – 0.70
Defects (SCA) Max. 86 / 300 g
Colour Green / light green
Odour Neutral, clean, free of foreign smell
Processing method Natural
Ochratoxin A (OTA) EU compliant (max. ≤ 5 µg/kg)
Bulk density 680 – 720 g/L
Mould & yeast < 10 cfu/g
Total mesophiles < 2,000 cfu/g
E. coli / coliforms Not detected

Application

Green coffee Santos 17/18 is used in export blends and industrial roasting.

Storage

Store in a clean, dry, well-ventilated place at a temperature of 15–25°C and a relative humidity of 60–75%. Shelf life: up to 24 months.

Package

The product is packed in 60 kg jute bags (gross weight 60.7–61 kg, bag dimensions 118 × 70 cm). The bags are palletised on EPAL 1200 × 800 mm pallets, 10 bags per pallet (600 kg net). The pallets are made of heat-treated wood (ISPM-15 compliant), stretch-wrapped and strapped.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What does Santos 17/18 mean?
Santos 17/18 denotes Arabica coffee from Brazil with a screen size of 17/18.
What is the moisture of green coffee Santos 17/18?
Moisture is a maximum of 12.0%, and water activity is in the range of 0.60–0.70.
What quality requirements does this coffee meet?
The number of defects is a maximum of 86 per 300 g (SCA), the ochratoxin A level does not exceed 5 µg/kg, and E. coli and coliforms are not detected.
What processing method is used for this coffee?
The coffee is processed using the natural method.
How should green coffee Santos 17/18 be stored?
In a clean, dry, well-ventilated place at 15–25°C and a relative humidity of 60–75%. Shelf life is up to 24 months.
What packaging is the coffee available in?
In 60 kg jute bags, palletised with 10 bags per EPAL pallet (600 kg net).
What is green coffee Santos 17/18 used for?
For export blends and industrial roasting.
Where can I buy green coffee Santos 17/18?
Green coffee Santos 17/18 can be ordered from FDCM. Minimal order: 60 kg.