HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1512.19 – Vegetable oils; sunflower seed or safflower oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
HS code 1512.19 is the 6-digit subheading for vegetable oils, sunflower seed or safflower oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. It is used for refined sunflower oil, refined safflower oil, RBD sunflower oil, high oleic refined sunflower oil and linoleic refined sunflower oil.
What HS 1512.19 covers
This HS code encompasses refined sunflower seed oil and refined safflower oil, as well as their fractions, that have been processed but not chemically modified. These refined oils are widely used as edible oils for cooking, frying, and in salad dressings, and are also key ingredients in margarine, mayonnaise, and various processed foods. Refined sunflower oil is particularly popular due to its light flavor, high smoke point, and perceived health benefits. Major importers include countries with high consumer demand for edible oils and food manufacturers, such as India, China, and countries across Europe and North America. The primary exporters are nations with robust refining capabilities and significant crude oil production, including Ukraine, Russia, Argentina, and EU member states. Trade is influenced by global supply and demand dynamics, consumer health trends, and food safety regulations. The market for these refined oils is competitive, with branding and quality playing crucial roles.
- Covers
- Refined sunflower oil
- Refined safflower oil
- RBD sunflower oil
- High oleic refined sunflower oil
- Linoleic refined sunflower oil
- Sunflower oil for bottling
- Safflower oil for culinary use
- Examples
- Mazola Sunflower Oil
- Crisco Safflower Oil
- Wesson Sunflower Oil
- Bertolli Sunflower Oil
- Olitalia Sunflower Oil
Codes often confused with 1512.19
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 151211 (crude sunflower or safflower oil) because 151219 specifically covers the refined, ready-for-consumption versions, which have different market applications and values.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 151219, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 151219 in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 6.9% 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 Türkiye $1.3B 20% of world exports
- 2 Ukraine* ~$688M 11% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Hungary $511M 7.9% of world exports
World total: $6.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $423M 6.9% of world imports
- 2 Italy $382M 6.2% of world imports
- 3 Djibouti* ~$311M 5.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $6.2B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 1512.19 3
Brazil splits HS 1512.19 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 1512.19.1 Of sunflower seedDe girassol Group
- 1512.19.11 Refined sunflower oil in containers up to 5 lRefinado, em recipientes com capacidade inferior ou igual a 5 l
- 1512.19.19 Other non-crude sunflower-seed oilOutros
- 1512.19.20 Safflower oil, other than crudeDe cártamo
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 15.12 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1512.19
What is HS code 151219?
HS code 151219 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vegetable oils; sunflower seed or safflower oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. This HS code encompasses refined sunflower seed oil and refined safflower oil, as well as their fractions, that have been processed but not chemically modified. These refined oils are widely used as edible oils for cooking, frying, and in salad dressings, and are also key ingredients in margarine, mayonnaise, and various processed foods. Refined sunflower oil is particularly popular due to its light flavor, high smoke point, and perceived health benefits. Major importers include countries with high consumer demand for edible oils and food manufacturers, such as India, China, and countries across Europe and North America. The primary exporters are nations with robust refining capabilities and significant crude oil production, including Ukraine, Russia, Argentina, and EU member states. Trade is influenced by global supply and demand dynamics, consumer health trends, and food safety regulations. The market for these refined oils is competitive, with branding and quality playing crucial roles.
What products fall under HS code 151219?
Refined sunflower oil, Refined safflower oil, RBD sunflower oil, High oleic refined sunflower oil, Linoleic refined sunflower oil, Sunflower oil for bottling, Safflower oil for culinary use
What are common misclassifications for HS code 151219?
This code is often confused with 151211 (crude sunflower or safflower oil) because 151219 specifically covers the refined, ready-for-consumption versions, which have different market applications and values.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 151219?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 151219 in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($1.3B, 20% of world exports), Ukraine (about $688M) and Hungary ($511M). World exports came to about $6.4B, 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 151219?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 151219 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($423M, 6.9% of world imports), Italy ($382M) and Djibouti (about $311M). World imports came to about $6.2B, 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 151219 structured?
HS code 151219 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (15) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 151219?
Brazil splits HS code 151219 into 3 NCM codes: 1512.19.11 (Refined sunflower oil in containers up to 5 l), 1512.19.19 (Other non-crude sunflower-seed oil), 1512.19.20 (Safflower oil, other than crude). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.