About HS Code 151221
This HS code covers crude cotton-seed oil and its fractions, which have not been chemically modified, and may or may not have had gossypol removed. Crude cottonseed oil is a byproduct of cotton production and is primarily destined for further refining into edible oil. It is valued for its stability and neutral flavor after refining, making it suitable for frying, baking, and as an ingredient in processed foods like snack foods and margarine. Major importers include countries with large food processing industries or those that do not produce sufficient cotton domestically, such as China, India, and various countries in the Middle East and Africa. The leading exporters are typically major cotton-producing nations like the USA, Brazil, India, and China (which also imports). Trade is influenced by global cotton harvests, demand for edible oils, and the efficiency of oil extraction and refining processes. The presence or removal of gossypol, a natural pigment, is a key characteristic affecting its processing and end-use.
Products Under This Code
Crude cottonseed oil, Unrefined cottonseed oil, Cottonseed oil with gossypol, Degossypolized crude cottonseed oil, Cottonseed oil for refining, Crude cottonseed stearin
Real World Examples
Bunge Crude Cottonseed Oil, Cargill Crude Cottonseed Oil, ADM Crude Cottonseed Oil, Louis Dreyfus Company Crude Cottonseed Oil
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with 151229 (refined cottonseed oil) because 151221 specifically covers the crude, unrefined form, which requires further processing to be suitable for human consumption.
Products Classified Under 1512.21
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
The USA, Brazil, and India are major exporters, while China, India, and countries in the Middle East are significant importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 151221?
HS code 151221 covers: Vegetable oils; cotton-seed oil and its fractions; crude, whether or not gossypol has been removed, not chemically modified. This HS code covers crude cotton-seed oil and its fractions, which have not been chemically modified, and may or may not have had gossypol removed. Crude cottonseed oil is a byproduct of cotton production and is primarily destined for further refining into edible oil. It is valued for its stability and neutral flavor after refining, making it suitable for frying, baking, and as an ingredient in processed foods like snack foods and margarine. Major importers include countries with large food processing industries or those that do not produce sufficient cotton domestically, such as China, India, and various countries in the Middle East and Africa. The leading exporters are typically major cotton-producing nations like the USA, Brazil, India, and China (which also imports). Trade is influenced by global cotton harvests, demand for edible oils, and the efficiency of oil extraction and refining processes. The presence or removal of gossypol, a natural pigment, is a key characteristic affecting its processing and end-use.
What products fall under HS code 151221?
Crude cottonseed oil, Unrefined cottonseed oil, Cottonseed oil with gossypol, Degossypolized crude cottonseed oil, Cottonseed oil for refining, Crude cottonseed stearin
What are common misclassifications for HS code 151221?
This code is often confused with 151229 (refined cottonseed oil) because 151221 specifically covers the crude, unrefined form, which requires further processing to be suitable for human consumption.
How is HS code 151221 structured?
HS code 151221 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 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.