January 28, 2016 Global and Yunnan Coffee Prices Compared

Published: Nov 07, 2026 Author: World Gafei Last Updated: Nov/07/2026 105 views

On January 28, 2016, C-type coffee futures traded at 118.1 US cents per pound, while Yunnan local green beans fetched 14.98 yuan/kg.

If you’ve ever wondered how global coffee futures correlate with the cost of green beans in Yunnan—or how much single-origin lots were trading for back in early 2016—this article lays out the hard numbers. On January 28, 2016, the coffee market showed clear pricing tiers between commodity-grade futures, local Yunnan purchases, and specialty-grade green and roasted beans from around the world.

On January 28, 2016, C-type coffee futures closed at 118.1 US cents per pound (approximately 17.08 yuan/kg), down 1.4% from the previous day. The day’s range was 116.3–120.3 cents/pound (16.82–17.4 yuan/kg), with an opening price of 116.55 cents/pound (16.86 yuan/kg). Meanwhile, Yunnan local fresh bean acquisition stood at 103.55 US cents/pound (14.98 yuan/kg), according to Nestlé Yunnan.

Global Coffee Futures on January 28, 2016

The C-type coffee futures price on the New York exchange for January 28, 2016 was 118.1 US cents per pound, equivalent to roughly 17.08 yuan per kilogram. That day, the market opened at 116.55 cents/pound (16.86 yuan/kg), rose to a high of 120.3 cents/pound (17.4 yuan/kg), and fell to a low of 116.3 cents/pound (16.82 yuan/kg). This represented a 1.4% decline from the prior day’s close.

Yunnan Local Green Bean Price

On the same date, the local purchase price for freshly harvested Yunnan green beans was reported at 103.55 US cents per pound, which equates to approximately 14.98 yuan per kilogram. This figure was provided by Nestlé Yunnan, reflecting the going regional rate for freshly picked beans.

Specialty Green Bean Market Prices (per 100g)

The following specialty green beans were trading at these prices per 100g:

January 28, 2016 Global and Yunnan Coffee Prices Compared

Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Bench Maji Natural: 12.5 yuan
Yirgacheffe G1 Guddo Natural: 14 yuan
Yirgacheffe G1 Aricha Natural: 15 yuan
Yirgacheffe G2 Damassa Washed: 12.5 yuan
Yirgacheffe G2 Kochere Washed: 11 yuan
Sidamo G2 Washed: 11 yuan
Sidamo G1 Guji Natural: 12.5 yuan
Indonesia Mandheling G1 Lintong Wet-Hulled: 10.5 yuan
Sumatra 19+ Gayo Wet-Hulled: 15.5 yuan
Brazil SC14/16 Nanaminas Pulped Natural: 5.8 yuan
Costa Rica SHB Shumarawa Natural: 19.5 yuan
Costa Rica SHB Diamond Mountain Washed: 11.5 yuan
Costa Rica SHB San Roman Royal Washed: 10.5 yuan
Kenya AA Yala Washed: 13.5 yuan
Panama SHB La Linda Washed: 10 yuan
Panama SHB Elida Estate Honey: 25.5 yuan
Colombia Huila Diamond Washed: 16 yuan
Colombia Excelso Millennium Washed: 11 yuan
Tanzania PB Kilimanjaro Washed: 9.5 yuan
Guatemala SHB Antigua Natural: 19.5 yuan
Guatemala SHB Huehuetenango Washed: 10 yuan
El Salvador Ataisi Washed: 13.5 yuan
El Salvador Himalaya Semi-Washed: 12.5 yuan
Peru Cajamarca Washed: 12.5 yuan
Papua New Guinea PB Chimiir Washed: 10.5 yuan
Rwanda Western Province Washed: 10.5 yuan
Nicaragua La Sabana Madriz Honey: 16 yuan

Specialty Roasted Bean Prices (per 227g)

These roasted specialty coffees were priced per 227g (half pound):

Yirgacheffe G3 Bench Maji Medium: 78 yuan
Yirgacheffe G1 Guddo Medium: 85 yuan
Yirgacheffe G1 Aricha Light: 95 yuan
Yirgacheffe G2 Damassa Light: 75 yuan
Yirgacheffe G2 Kochere Light: 69 yuan
Sidamo G2 Light: 69 yuan
Sidamo G1 Guji Light: 79 yuan
Indonesia Mandheling G1 Lintong Medium-Dark: 79 yuan
Sumatra 19+ Gayo Medium-Dark: 105 yuan
Brazil SC14/16 Nanaminas Medium: 45 yuan
Costa Rica SHB Shumarawa Medium: 128 yuan
Costa Rica SHB Diamond Mountain Medium-Dark: 69 yuan
Costa Rica SHB San Roman Royal Medium-Dark: 69 yuan
Kenya AA Yala Light: 85 yuan
Panama SHB La Linda Medium: 69 yuan
Panama SHB Elida Estate Medium: 75 yuan
Panama SHB Elida Estate Honey Medium: 148 yuan
Colombia Huila Diamond Medium: 112 yuan
Colombia Excelso Millennium Medium-Dark: 69 yuan
Tanzania PB Kilimanjaro Medium: 68 yuan
El Salvador Ataisi Medium: 89 yuan
El Salvador Himalaya Medium: 75 yuan
Peru Cajamarca Medium-Dark: 75 yuan
Guatemala SHB Antigua Medium: 128 yuan
Guatemala SHB Huehuetenango Medium-Dark: 69 yuan
Papua New Guinea PB Chimiir Medium-Dark: 69 yuan
Rwanda Western Province Medium: 69 yuan
Nicaragua La Sabana Madriz Medium: 118 yuan
Indonesia Kopi Luwak G1 Medium-Dark: 289 yuan

Blended Coffee Prices (per 554g)

These blends were sold per 554g (one pound):

Espresso Blend No. 2 Medium-Dark: 75 yuan (half pound: 55 yuan)
Commercial Blend Medium-Dark: 60 yuan

January 28, 2016 Global and Yunnan Coffee Prices Compared

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the C-type coffee futures price on January 28, 2016?

On January 28, 2016, C-type coffee futures were priced at 118.1 US cents per pound, which is approximately 17.08 yuan per kilogram. The daily range was 116.3–120.3 cents/pound (16.82–17.4 yuan/kg), with an opening price of 116.55 cents/pound (16.86 yuan/kg), and the market closed down 1.4% from the previous day.

How much were Yunnan local green beans selling for that same day?

Yunnan local fresh beans were acquired at 103.55 US cents per pound on January 28, 2016, equal to about 14.98 yuan per kilogram. This price was reported by Nestlé Yunnan.

What were some example prices for specialty green coffee per 100g?

Specialty green coffee prices per 100g on January 28, 2016 ranged widely: for example, Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Bench Maji Natural was 12.5 yuan, Yirgacheffe G1 Guddo Natural was 14 yuan, Sumatra 19+ Gayo Wet-Hulled was 15.5 yuan, and Panama SHB Elida Estate Honey was 25.5 yuan.

January 28, 2016 Global and Yunnan Coffee Prices Compared

What were the roasted specialty coffee prices per 227g?

Roasted specialty coffee prices per 227g included Kenya AA Yala Light at 85 yuan, Panama SHB Elida Estate Honey at 148 yuan, and Indonesia Mandheling G1 Lintong Medium-Dark at 79 yuan, among others listed for various origins and processes.

Were there any blended coffee options listed with prices?

Yes, two blended coffees were listed: Espresso Blend No. 2 (medium-dark) at 75 yuan per 554g, and Commercial Blend (medium-dark) at 60 yuan per 554g.

How did the global futures price compare to Yunnan local green bean prices?

The global C-type futures price was 118.1 US cents/pound (17.08 yuan/kg), while Yunnan local green beans were at 103.55 US cents/pound (14.98 yuan/kg)—showing a significant but expected gap between commodity and origin-level pricing.

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