HS Code for Blended olive oil
Blended olive oil is classified under HS code 1510.90. This code is part of Chapter 15, which covers animal or vegetable fats and oils. Heading 1510 is specifically for other oils and their fractions, obtained solely from olives, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. This includes olive pomace oil and blends of these oils with oils from heading 1509 (virgin olive oils). The classification is determined by the source of the oil (olives) and the processing method. Unlike virgin olive oil, which is extracted purely by mechanical means, blended olive oils often contain refined olive pomace oil. The subheading 1510.90 acts as a residual category for olive-derived oils that do not meet the strict criteria for 'virgin' or 'extra virgin' status but are still composed entirely of olive-sourced fats. This classification is vital for ensuring that the product is not confused with higher-grade culinary oils or lower-grade industrial vegetable oil blends.
Products Included
- Refined olive pomace oil blended with virgin olive oil
- Blends of refined olive oil and crude olive pomace oil
- Olive pomace oil fractions
- Commercial 'Olive Oil' (composed of refined and virgin olive oils)
- Cooking oils labeled as olive blends (provided no other vegetable oils are present)
Common Misclassification
The most frequent misclassification is under HS code 1509.90, which is for refined olive oil and its blends. However, if the blend contains any olive pomace oil (extracted using solvents), it must be moved to 1510.90. Another error is classification under 1517.90, which covers edible mixtures of different vegetable oils. If the olive oil is blended with sunflower or soybean oil, it loses its 1510 status and must be classified under 1517.
FAQ
What is the HS code for blended olive oil?
The HS code for blends containing olive pomace oil is 1510.90. Blends of only virgin and refined olive oils are 1509.90.
Can I use 1509 for olive pomace oil blends?
No, heading 1509 specifically excludes oils obtained by solvent extraction or re-esterification, which applies to pomace oils found in 1510.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Blended olive oil?
The HS code for Blended olive oil is 151090 (Vegetable oils; oils and their fractions n.e.c. in heading 1510, obtained solely from olives, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, including blends of these oils or fractions with oils or fractions of heading no. 1509).
How do I classify Blended olive oil for customs?
Blended olive oil is classified under HS code 151090 — Vegetable oils; oils and their fractions n.e.c. in heading 1510, obtained solely from olives, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, including blends of these oils or fractions with oils or fractions of heading no. 1509. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Blended olive oil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 151090 for Blended olive oil is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.