Combating Fraud & Green Coffee Theft

In an effort to combat green coffee thefts in the U.S. through both education and awareness, NCA collaborated with industry experts to develop the summary guide, "Combating Fraud & Coffee Theft within the Trade" and is sharing information from our members about recent green coffee thefts.

NCA members get immediate access to the guide. Non-members can download the report by completing the form on this page.

Green Coffee Theft Guide

The guide offers:

Due diligence prior to selecting a transportation provider
Resources for verifying if the carrier is legitimately operating in the U.S.
Considerations for evaluating potential new carriers and transportation providers
Best practices for mitigating the likelihood of successful green coffee theft
Steps to take if you suspect a green coffee theft has occurred

An essential resource if you:

Vet and select carriers and transportation providers of green coffee shipments from warehouse or other shipper to their next destination.
Select the brokers who then select the carriers and transportation providers
Release or transport shipments from the warehouse to their next destination

Disclaimer: This guide is intended for general information and awareness purposes and does not constitute legal or security advice. This information should not be relied upon or used without consulting the appropriate experts and/or legal counsel for your specific circumstances. It is meant to be pro-competitive, increase efficiency, and protect customers.

Reported Green Coffee Thefts

As a service to our members, NCA is sharing information to help raise awareness about recent coffee thefts. If you have questions or information, please follow-up directly with the contact listed in each summary.

Six Containers Stolen in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Quebec
September 1, 2026