About HS Code 150420
This HS code covers fats and oils and their fractions derived from fish (excluding liver oils) and their fractions, whether refined or not, but not chemically modified. This category primarily includes oils extracted from the body of fatty fish like anchovies, sardines, mackerel, and menhaden. These oils are significant commodities in international trade, primarily used in aquaculture feed, pet food, and increasingly, for human consumption as a source of Omega-3 fatty acids after further refining and purification. Major importers include countries with large aquaculture industries, pet food manufacturers, and nutraceutical companies. Exporters are typically nations with substantial fishing fleets and fish processing capabilities. Key trade considerations include the fatty acid profile, purity, oxidation levels, and sustainability certifications. The market is influenced by the growth of aquaculture, demand for Omega-3 supplements, and the price of competing vegetable oils.
Products Under This Code
Anchovy oil, sardine oil, mackerel oil, menhaden oil, crude fish oil, refined fish oil, fish oil concentrate, aquaculture-grade fish oil
Real World Examples
TripleNine Fish Protein fish oil, Omega Protein menhaden oil, Copeinca fish oil, Golden Omega fish oil, Epax fish oil
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with 150410 (fish-liver oils) due to the general category of fish oils, or with 2309 (prepared animal feed), requiring clear distinction based on the source (whole fish vs. liver) and processing.
Products Classified Under 1504.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
Top importers include Norway, Chile, and Denmark for aquaculture feed, with major exporters being Peru, Chile, and Iceland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 150420?
HS code 150420 covers: Fats and oils and their fractions; of fish, (excluding liver-oils). This HS code covers fats and oils and their fractions derived from fish (excluding liver oils) and their fractions, whether refined or not, but not chemically modified. This category primarily includes oils extracted from the body of fatty fish like anchovies, sardines, mackerel, and menhaden. These oils are significant commodities in international trade, primarily used in aquaculture feed, pet food, and increasingly, for human consumption as a source of Omega-3 fatty acids after further refining and purification. Major importers include countries with large aquaculture industries, pet food manufacturers, and nutraceutical companies. Exporters are typically nations with substantial fishing fleets and fish processing capabilities. Key trade considerations include the fatty acid profile, purity, oxidation levels, and sustainability certifications. The market is influenced by the growth of aquaculture, demand for Omega-3 supplements, and the price of competing vegetable oils.
What products fall under HS code 150420?
Anchovy oil, sardine oil, mackerel oil, menhaden oil, crude fish oil, refined fish oil, fish oil concentrate, aquaculture-grade fish oil
What are common misclassifications for HS code 150420?
This code is often confused with 150410 (fish-liver oils) due to the general category of fish oils, or with 2309 (prepared animal feed), requiring clear distinction based on the source (whole fish vs. liver) and processing.
How is HS code 150420 structured?
HS code 150420 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (15) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.