HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1513.21 – Vegetable oils; palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified
HS code 1513.21 is the 6-digit subheading for vegetable oils, palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified. It is used for crude palm kernel oil, crude babassu oil, palm kernel oil fractions (crude), babassu oil fractions (crude) and unrefined palm kernel oil.
What HS 1513.21 covers
This category specifically covers crude palm kernel oil and crude babassu oil, along with their fractions, which have not undergone any chemical modification. These oils are distinct from palm oil (derived from the fruit pulp) and possess unique fatty acid profiles, making them highly sought after in the oleochemical industry, confectionery, and personal care product manufacturing. Major producers are tropical countries; Malaysia and Indonesia dominate palm kernel oil production, while Brazil is the primary source for babassu oil. Global manufacturers in the food, cosmetics, and detergent sectors are the main importers, valuing these oils for their specific functional properties. The inclusion of the 'EUDR' tag signifies the increasing global emphasis on sustainable sourcing and deforestation-free supply chains, particularly for palm kernel oil entering the European Union. This necessitates stringent traceability and certification efforts throughout the supply chain, adding a layer of complexity and responsibility to international trade in these commodities.
- Covers
- Crude palm kernel oil
- Crude babassu oil
- Palm kernel oil fractions (crude)
- Babassu oil fractions (crude)
- Unrefined palm kernel oil
- Raw babassu oil
- Examples
- Sime Darby Crude Palm Kernel Oil
- Wilmar International Crude Palm Kernel Oil
- Bunge Crude Palm Kernel Oil
- PKO (Palm Kernel Oil) from various suppliers
Codes often confused with 1513.21
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 151110 (crude palm oil) due to similar origins, but 151321 specifically covers oil from the kernel, not the fruit pulp, and also includes babassu oil.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 151321, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 151321 in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 18% 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 $468M 34% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $247M 18% of world exports
- 3 Colombia $154M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $278M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $247M 16% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $228M 15% of world imports
World total: $1.5B 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 1513.21 3
Brazil splits HS 1513.21 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 1513.21.1 Of palm kernelDe amêndoa de palma (palmiste) (coconote) Group
- 1513.21.11 Crude mbocaya palm kernel oilDe coco mbocaya (Acrocomia totai)
- 1513.21.19 Other crude palm kernel oilOutros
- 1513.21.20 Crude babassu oilDe babaçu
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 15.13 →
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 1513.21
What is HS code 151321?
HS code 151321 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vegetable oils; palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified. This category specifically covers crude palm kernel oil and crude babassu oil, along with their fractions, which have not undergone any chemical modification. These oils are distinct from palm oil (derived from the fruit pulp) and possess unique fatty acid profiles, making them highly sought after in the oleochemical industry, confectionery, and personal care product manufacturing. Major producers are tropical countries; Malaysia and Indonesia dominate palm kernel oil production, while Brazil is the primary source for babassu oil. Global manufacturers in the food, cosmetics, and detergent sectors are the main importers, valuing these oils for their specific functional properties. The inclusion of the 'EUDR' tag signifies the increasing global emphasis on sustainable sourcing and deforestation-free supply chains, particularly for palm kernel oil entering the European Union. This necessitates stringent traceability and certification efforts throughout the supply chain, adding a layer of complexity and responsibility to international trade in these commodities.
What products fall under HS code 151321?
Crude palm kernel oil, Crude babassu oil, Palm kernel oil fractions (crude), Babassu oil fractions (crude), Unrefined palm kernel oil, Raw babassu oil
What are common misclassifications for HS code 151321?
This code is often confused with 151110 (crude palm oil) due to similar origins, but 151321 specifically covers oil from the kernel, not the fruit pulp, and also includes babassu oil.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 151321?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 151321 in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($468M, 34% of world exports), Thailand ($247M) and Colombia ($154M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 151321?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 151321 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($278M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($247M) and Malaysia ($228M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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 151321 structured?
HS code 151321 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (15) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (13) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 151321?
Brazil splits HS code 151321 into 3 NCM codes: 1513.21.11 (Crude mbocaya palm kernel oil), 1513.21.19 (Other crude palm kernel oil), 1513.21.20 (Crude babassu oil). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.