HS Code for Crude flaxseed oil
Crude flaxseed oil, or crude linseed oil, is classified under HS code 1515.11. This classification is found within heading 1515, which serves as a category for other fixed vegetable fats and oils that are not more specifically described in previous headings of Chapter 15. Linseed oil is extracted from the seeds of the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum). The subheading 1515.11 is specifically for the crude version of this oil. According to the Harmonized System, crude oils are those that have been obtained by simple pressure or by solvent extraction. They must not have been refined by any process that changes their essential character, such as neutralization with an alkali or bleaching with earth. Crude linseed oil is characterized by its high content of alpha-linolenic acid, which makes it a "drying oil" that polymerizes into a solid form when exposed to oxygen. This property is why it is primarily used in industrial applications like the manufacture of oil paints, wood finishes, and linoleum. The classification remains 1515.11 regardless of whether the oil is intended for industrial use or as a nutritional supplement, provided it remains unrefined. If the oil is refined or its fractions are separated, it would be classified under 1515.19.
Products Included
- Crude linseed oil
- Crude flaxseed oil
- Raw flax oil
- Unrefined linseed oil fractions
Common Misclassification
The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 1515.19, which covers refined linseed oil and its fractions. Another error involves 1515.90, which is a catch-all for other vegetable oils like jojoba or castor oil. Traders sometimes confuse crude linseed oil with boiled linseed oil; however, boiled or chemically modified linseed oil belongs under heading 1518 as a "modified" vegetable oil.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Crude flaxseed oil?
The HS code for crude flaxseed (linseed) oil is 1515.11.
Is industrial-grade linseed oil classified differently?
No, as long as the oil is crude and unrefined, it is classified under 1515.11 regardless of whether it is for industrial or edible use.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Crude flaxseed oil?
The HS code for Crude flaxseed oil is 151511 (Vegetable oils; linseed oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified).
How do I classify Crude flaxseed oil for customs?
Crude flaxseed oil is classified under HS code 151511 — Vegetable oils; linseed oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Crude flaxseed oil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 151511 for Crude flaxseed 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.