About HS Code 151590
This broad HS code captures a diverse array of fixed vegetable fats and oils, and their fractions, that are not specifically categorized elsewhere within heading 1515 (e.g., not linseed, maize, castor, sesame, or microbial oils) and have not undergone chemical modification beyond refining. It represents a significant portion of global vegetable oil trade, encompassing oils widely used in food manufacturing, cosmetics, and various industrial applications. Major importers include countries with large food processing industries and substantial consumer markets, such as the EU, China, and India, while exporters are typically agricultural powerhouses like Indonesia, Malaysia (for palm/palm kernel), and countries producing sunflower or rapeseed oil. Key trade considerations include the oil's origin, the level of refining (crude, refined, bleached, deodorized), organic certification, and specific fatty acid profiles, all of which influence market value and application suitability. The sheer variety of oils under this code makes trade flows complex and dynamic.
Products Under This Code
Sunflower oil, Safflower oil, Rapeseed oil (Canola oil), Coconut oil, Palm kernel oil, Shea butter, Avocado oil, Rice bran oil
Real World Examples
LouAna Coconut Oil, Spectrum Culinary Sunflower Oil, Nutiva Organic Coconut Oil, Carrington Farms Coconut Oil, Chosen Foods Avocado Oil
Common Misclassification
Frequently confused with specific oils like sesame (151550) or microbial oils (151560), or with chemically modified vegetable oils under 151620.
Products Classified Under 1515.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
Indonesia and Malaysia are major exporters of palm and palm kernel oils, while the EU, China, and India are significant importers of various oils in this category.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 151590?
HS code 151590 covers: Fixed vegetable fats and oils and their fractions n.e.c. in heading 1515; other than linseed, maize (corn), castor, sesame, microbial oils, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. This broad HS code captures a diverse array of fixed vegetable fats and oils, and their fractions, that are not specifically categorized elsewhere within heading 1515 (e.g., not linseed, maize, castor, sesame, or microbial oils) and have not undergone chemical modification beyond refining. It represents a significant portion of global vegetable oil trade, encompassing oils widely used in food manufacturing, cosmetics, and various industrial applications. Major importers include countries with large food processing industries and substantial consumer markets, such as the EU, China, and India, while exporters are typically agricultural powerhouses like Indonesia, Malaysia (for palm/palm kernel), and countries producing sunflower or rapeseed oil. Key trade considerations include the oil's origin, the level of refining (crude, refined, bleached, deodorized), organic certification, and specific fatty acid profiles, all of which influence market value and application suitability. The sheer variety of oils under this code makes trade flows complex and dynamic.
What products fall under HS code 151590?
Sunflower oil, Safflower oil, Rapeseed oil (Canola oil), Coconut oil, Palm kernel oil, Shea butter, Avocado oil, Rice bran oil
What are common misclassifications for HS code 151590?
Frequently confused with specific oils like sesame (151550) or microbial oils (151560), or with chemically modified vegetable oils under 151620.
How is HS code 151590 structured?
HS code 151590 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (15) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.