Product classification
HS code for Copra oil: 1513.19
Vegetable oils, coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Classification of copra oil under HS 1513.19
Copra oil, more commonly known as coconut oil, is classified under HS code 1513.19 when it has undergone refining processes but has not been chemically modified. This code covers coconut oil and its fractions that are categorized as "other than crude." The classification is determined by the degree of processing; while crude coconut oil falls under 1513.11, any oil that has been neutralized, bleached, or deodorized (often referred to as RBD oil) moves to 1513.19. This includes both the liquid and solid fractions of the oil, provided they remain in their natural state regarding chemical structure. The General Rules of Interpretation for Chapter 15 dictate that vegetable oils remain in this chapter even if refined, provided they have not been hydrogenated, inter-esterified, or otherwise chemically altered, which would move them to heading 1516.
- Covers
- Refined coconut oil (RBD)
- Fractionated coconut oil (non-chemical)
- Liquid coconut oil fractions
- Solid coconut oil fractions (stearin)
- Purified copra oil for edible use
- Also under 1513.19
- Nutiva Organic Refined Coconut Oil
- Carrington Farms Refined Coconut Oil
- Viva Naturals Organic Coconut Oil
- Spectrum Culinary Refined Coconut Oil
Codes often confused with 1513.19
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 1513.11, which is strictly for crude coconut oil. Importers often fail to distinguish between the raw, unrefined oil and the processed version. Additionally, if the oil has been hydrogenated to increase its melting point, it must be classified under HS code 1516.20. Another point of confusion is HS code 3823.19, which covers industrial fatty acids; if the coconut oil has been split into its constituent fatty acids, it leaves Chapter 15 entirely.
Top exporters and importers of HS 151319 (the code used for copra oil), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 151319 (the code used for copra oil) in UN Comtrade data was the Philippines, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 151319, not only copra oil.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Philippines $1.2B 38% of world exports
- 2 Indonesia $648M 21% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $465M 15% of world exports
World total: $3.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $772M 26% of world imports
- 2 China $364M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $181M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $3.0B 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 code for copra oil
Brazil classifies copra oil under NCM 1513.19.00: HS 1513.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
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 copra oil
What is the HS code for Copra oil?
The HS code for Copra oil is 151319 (Vegetable oils; coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified). The HS code for refined copra (coconut) oil is 1513.19, while the crude version is classified under 1513.11.
How do I classify Copra oil for customs?
Copra oil is classified under HS code 151319 — Vegetable oils; coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include virgin coconut oil?
Virgin coconut oil is typically classified under 1513.11 if it is obtained by mechanical means without heat and is considered crude, but if it undergoes further purification, it may fall under 1513.19.
Which countries are the top exporters of copra oil (HS 151319)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 151319 (the code used for copra oil) in UN Comtrade data were the Philippines ($1.2B, 38% of world exports), Indonesia ($648M) and the Netherlands ($465M). World exports came to about $3.1B, 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 copra oil (HS 151319)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 151319 (the code used for copra oil) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($772M, 26% of world imports), China ($364M) and Germany ($181M). World imports came to about $3.0B, 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.
Is the HS code for Copra oil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 151319 for Copra 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.
What is the NCM code for copra oil in Brazil?
In Brazil, copra oil (HS 151319) is classified under NCM 1513.19.00.