Coffee Minimum Price

Official benchmarks by the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority.

Origin
GradeExport TypeProcessChange
New CropUSC/lb & $/ton
Quality

Quality Classification

The Ethiopian system evaluates coffee based on defects per 300g.

Special Categories

The 5 Export Grades

Grades 1-2 are Specialty; Grades 3-5 are Commercial.

GradeTypeDefects (300g)Sensory Notes
Glossary

Understanding Export Models

The Ethiopian coffee sector uses specific designations.

Direct Trade: No middlemen involved.
Exchange Bypass: Contractual bypass of ECX.
Full Transparency: Origin to farm level.

Natural

Washed

The minimum prices displayed are official benchmarks set by the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority (ECTA). These rates are updated weekly and serve as the baseline for all verified direct trade contracts managed through our platform.