Coffee and Tea Manufacturers


The 750 coffee or tea manufacturers in the US produce roasted coffee, packaged tea, and related products. Coffee manufacturers roast coffee beans and produce coffee-based products, such as concentrates, extracts, flavorings, and syrups. Tea manufacturers produce tea concentrates or herbal teas or blend tea. Firms may offer related products, such as green coffee, other types of beverages, coffee filters, sugar, and creamers.

Variable Ingredient Costs

The cost of green coffee, the primary input to roasted coffee, is volatile and affects margins and profitability.

Dependence on Imports

The US imports the second largest quantity of coffee beans and the third largest quantity of tea in the world.