HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 1509.90 – Vegetable oils; olive oil and its fractions, other than virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified

HS code 1509.90 is the 6-digit subheading for vegetable oils, olive oil and its fractions, other than virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. It is used for refined olive oil, pure olive oil (blend), light olive oil, olive oil fractions (non-virgin) and refined pomace olive oil (if blended with non-virgin olive oil).

What HS 1509.90 covers

This HS code pertains to olive oil and its fractions, other than virgin, which have been refined but not chemically modified. This category primarily includes 'pure' or 'light' olive oils, which are blends of refined olive oil and virgin or extra virgin olive oil, designed to offer a milder flavor and higher smoke point. These oils are crucial for the global food industry, used extensively in cooking, frying, and as an ingredient in various food products where a less intense olive flavor is desired. Major olive oil-producing countries like Spain, Italy, and Greece are primary exporters, leveraging their refining capabilities. Importers include food service industries, packaged food manufacturers, and retail markets across North America, Brazil, and Japan. Trade focuses on bulk quantities, consistent quality, and adherence to food safety standards. The market is influenced by olive harvests, consumer preferences for cooking oils, and global economic conditions, making it a staple in international food trade.

Covers
  • Refined olive oil
  • Pure olive oil (blend)
  • Light olive oil
  • Olive oil fractions (non-virgin)
  • Refined pomace olive oil (if blended with non-virgin olive oil)
  • Cooking olive oil
Examples
  • Bertolli Pure Olive Oil
  • Filippo Berio Pure Olive Oil
  • Pompeian Pure Olive Oil
  • Colavita Pure Olive Oil

Codes often confused with 1509.90

Common mistake. Often confused with 150910 (virgin olive oil) due to the 'olive oil' designation, or 151000 (olive pomace oil) if not specifically refined non-virgin olive oil.

Top exporters and importers of HS code 150990, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 150990 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Spain $1.2B
  2. 2 Italy $323M
  3. 3 Portugal $130M

World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $470M
  2. 2 Italy $253M
  3. 3 Spain $118M

World total: $1.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM codes for 1509.90 2

Brazil splits HS 1509.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 1509.90.10 Refined olive oilRefinado
  2. 1509.90.90 Other olive oil, not virgin or refinedOutros

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 15.09 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 1509.90

What is HS code 150990?

HS code 150990 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vegetable oils; olive oil and its fractions, other than virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. This HS code pertains to olive oil and its fractions, other than virgin, which have been refined but not chemically modified. This category primarily includes 'pure' or 'light' olive oils, which are blends of refined olive oil and virgin or extra virgin olive oil, designed to offer a milder flavor and higher smoke point. These oils are crucial for the global food industry, used extensively in cooking, frying, and as an ingredient in various food products where a less intense olive flavor is desired. Major olive oil-producing countries like Spain, Italy, and Greece are primary exporters, leveraging their refining capabilities. Importers include food service industries, packaged food manufacturers, and retail markets across North America, Brazil, and Japan. Trade focuses on bulk quantities, consistent quality, and adherence to food safety standards. The market is influenced by olive harvests, consumer preferences for cooking oils, and global economic conditions, making it a staple in international food trade.

What products fall under HS code 150990?

Refined olive oil, pure olive oil (blend), light olive oil, olive oil fractions (non-virgin), refined pomace olive oil (if blended with non-virgin olive oil), cooking olive oil

What are common misclassifications for HS code 150990?

Often confused with 150910 (virgin olive oil) due to the 'olive oil' designation, or 151000 (olive pomace oil) if not specifically refined non-virgin olive oil.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 150990?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 150990 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($1.2B, 61% of world exports), Italy ($323M) and Portugal ($130M). World exports came to about $2.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 150990?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 150990 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($470M, 24% of world imports), Italy ($253M) and Spain ($118M). World imports came to about $1.9B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

How is HS code 150990 structured?

HS code 150990 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (15) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 150990?

Brazil splits HS code 150990 into 2 NCM codes: 1509.90.10 (Refined olive oil), 1509.90.90 (Other olive oil, not virgin or refined). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.