HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1510.90 – Vegetable oils; oils and their fractions n.e.c. in heading 1510, obtained solely from olives, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, including blends of these oils or fractions with oils or fractions of heading no. 1509
HS code 1510.90 is the 6-digit subheading for vegetable oils, oils and their fractions n.e.c. in heading 1510, obtained solely from olives, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, including blends of these oils or fractions with oils or fractions of heading no. 1509. It is used for refined olive oil, olive pomace oil, blended olive oil (with 1509 fractions), industrial olive oil and lampante olive oil (refined).
What HS 1510.90 covers
This code covers a specific category of olive oils and their fractions, distinct from the more common virgin or extra virgin olive oils found under 1509. It primarily deals with refined olive oils, pomace olive oils, or blends that still originate solely from olives but have undergone processing or are mixed with other olive oil fractions. These oils are crucial in the food industry for cooking, frying, and as ingredients in processed foods, as well as in non-food applications like cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Major importers include countries with large food processing sectors or those that do not produce enough olive oil domestically, such as the US, Germany, and Japan. Exporters are typically Mediterranean countries like Spain, Italy, Greece, and Portugal, which have robust olive oil production and refining capabilities. Key considerations for trade include quality standards, labeling regulations, and the distinction between different grades of olive oil, which significantly impacts market value and end-use applications. The global demand for olive oil, driven by health trends, ensures a steady trade flow for these refined and blended varieties.
- Covers
- Refined olive oil
- Olive pomace oil
- Blended olive oil (with 1509 fractions)
- Industrial olive oil
- Lampante olive oil (refined)
- Olive oil for food processing
- Examples
- Bertolli Classico Olive Oil
- Filippo Berio Pure Olive Oil
- Carapelli Pure Olive Oil
- Pompeian Pure Olive Oil
Codes often confused with 1510.90
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 1509.10 (virgin olive oil) and 1509.90 (other olive oils) because 151090 specifically covers refined olive oils and blends that are not virgin, or pomace oils, which are distinct in processing and quality.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 151090, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 151090 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 60% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.1% 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 Spain $325M 60% of world exports
- 2 Italy $96M 18% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $49M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $541M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $36M 9.1% of world imports
- 2 Italy $35M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $34M 8.6% of world imports
World total: $396M 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 code for 1510.90
Brazil does not split HS 1510.90: its NCM code is 1510.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 15.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1510.90
What is HS code 151090?
HS code 151090 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vegetable oils; oils and their fractions n.e.c. in heading 1510, obtained solely from olives, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, including blends of these oils or fractions with oils or fractions of heading no. 1509. This code covers a specific category of olive oils and their fractions, distinct from the more common virgin or extra virgin olive oils found under 1509. It primarily deals with refined olive oils, pomace olive oils, or blends that still originate solely from olives but have undergone processing or are mixed with other olive oil fractions. These oils are crucial in the food industry for cooking, frying, and as ingredients in processed foods, as well as in non-food applications like cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Major importers include countries with large food processing sectors or those that do not produce enough olive oil domestically, such as the US, Germany, and Japan. Exporters are typically Mediterranean countries like Spain, Italy, Greece, and Portugal, which have robust olive oil production and refining capabilities. Key considerations for trade include quality standards, labeling regulations, and the distinction between different grades of olive oil, which significantly impacts market value and end-use applications. The global demand for olive oil, driven by health trends, ensures a steady trade flow for these refined and blended varieties.
What products fall under HS code 151090?
Refined olive oil, Olive pomace oil, Blended olive oil (with 1509 fractions), Industrial olive oil, Lampante olive oil (refined), Olive oil for food processing
What are common misclassifications for HS code 151090?
This code is often confused with 1509.10 (virgin olive oil) and 1509.90 (other olive oils) because 151090 specifically covers refined olive oils and blends that are not virgin, or pomace oils, which are distinct in processing and quality.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 151090?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 151090 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($325M, 60% of world exports), Italy ($96M) and Türkiye ($49M). World exports came to about $541M, 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 151090?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 151090 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($36M, 9.1% of world imports), Italy ($35M) and Saudi Arabia ($34M). World imports came to about $396M, 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 151090 structured?
HS code 151090 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (15) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) 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 151090?
In Brazil, HS code 151090 is NCM 1510.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.