HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1511.10 – Vegetable oils; palm oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified
HS code 1511.10 is the 6-digit subheading for vegetable oils, palm oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified. It is used for crude palm oil, crude palm olein, crude palm stearin, crude red palm oil and unrefined palm oil.
What HS 1511.10 covers
This HS code specifically identifies crude palm oil (CPO) and its fractions that have not been chemically modified. Crude palm oil is a globally significant commodity, primarily used in the food industry for cooking, baking, and as an ingredient in numerous processed foods, as well as in the production of biofuels and oleochemicals. Its high yield and versatility make it a staple in international trade. Major importers include India, China, and the European Union, driven by their large populations and industrial demands. The primary exporters are Indonesia and Malaysia, which together account for over 80% of global palm oil production. Key considerations for trading CPO include sustainability certifications (like RSPO), environmental concerns related to deforestation, and compliance with regulations such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which impacts market access. Price volatility, influenced by weather patterns, crude oil prices, and global demand, is also a significant factor for traders.
- Covers
- Crude palm oil
- Crude palm olein
- Crude palm stearin
- Crude red palm oil
- Unrefined palm oil
- Examples
- Wilmar International Crude Palm Oil
- Sime Darby Plantation Crude Palm Oil
- IOI Corporation Crude Palm Oil
- Golden Agri-Resources Crude Palm Oil
Codes often confused with 1511.10
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 151190 (other palm oil and its fractions, refined) because 151110 specifically denotes crude, unrefined palm oil, whereas 151190 covers refined, bleached, and deodorized (RBD) palm oil products.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 151110, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 151110 in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 59% 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 Malaysia $3.1B 29% of world exports
- 2 Indonesia $3.1B 28% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $1.3B 12% of world exports
World total: $10.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $7.5B 59% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $1.3B 11% of world imports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $548M 4.3% of world imports
World total: $12.8B 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 1511.10
Brazil does not split HS 1511.10: its NCM code is 1511.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 15.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Questions about HS 1511.10
What is HS code 151110?
HS code 151110 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vegetable oils; palm oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified. This HS code specifically identifies crude palm oil (CPO) and its fractions that have not been chemically modified. Crude palm oil is a globally significant commodity, primarily used in the food industry for cooking, baking, and as an ingredient in numerous processed foods, as well as in the production of biofuels and oleochemicals. Its high yield and versatility make it a staple in international trade. Major importers include India, China, and the European Union, driven by their large populations and industrial demands. The primary exporters are Indonesia and Malaysia, which together account for over 80% of global palm oil production. Key considerations for trading CPO include sustainability certifications (like RSPO), environmental concerns related to deforestation, and compliance with regulations such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which impacts market access. Price volatility, influenced by weather patterns, crude oil prices, and global demand, is also a significant factor for traders.
What products fall under HS code 151110?
Crude palm oil, Crude palm olein, Crude palm stearin, Crude red palm oil, Unrefined palm oil
What are common misclassifications for HS code 151110?
This code can be confused with 151190 (other palm oil and its fractions, refined) because 151110 specifically denotes crude, unrefined palm oil, whereas 151190 covers refined, bleached, and deodorized (RBD) palm oil products.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 151110?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 151110 in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($3.1B, 29% of world exports), Indonesia ($3.1B) and Thailand ($1.3B). World exports came to about $10.9B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 151110?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 151110 in UN Comtrade data were India ($7.5B, 59% of world imports), the Netherlands ($1.3B) and Saudi Arabia ($548M). World imports came to about $12.8B, 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 151110 structured?
HS code 151110 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (15) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 151110?
In Brazil, HS code 151110 is NCM 1511.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.