HS Code for Crude rapeseed oil

HS code 1514.91 is specifically assigned to crude rapeseed or colza oil that is not of the "low erucic acid" variety. In the context of the Harmonized System, "low erucic acid" oil (commonly known as Canola oil) is defined as having an erucic acid content of less than 2% by weight and is classified under 1514.11. Therefore, 1514.91 is the correct classification for traditional rapeseed oils or industrial-grade oils where the erucic acid content is 2% or higher. The oil must be in its crude state, meaning it has been extracted from the seeds of Brassica napus or Brassica rapa but has not been refined or chemically modified. The classification process involves verifying the erucic acid levels through laboratory analysis, as this determines the correct subheading. This distinction is vital for international trade, as many countries have strict regulations regarding the erucic acid content in food-grade oils, often necessitating the use of the 1514.91 code for industrial or non-food applications. The oil must not be mixed with other oils or contain additives that would change its character as a crude vegetable oil. Furthermore, any fractionation of the crude oil that does not involve chemical modification still falls under this subheading, provided the erucic acid threshold is met.

Products Included

• High erucic acid rapeseed oil (crude)
• Crude colza oil
• Industrial-grade crude rapeseed oil
• Unrefined rapeseed oil fractions (high erucic)

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is with HS code 1514.11, which is for low erucic acid crude rapeseed oil (Canola). Another frequent error is using 1514.99, which is the code for refined rapeseed or colza oil. Importers must have a certificate of analysis to prove the erucic acid content exceeds 2% to justify 1514.91.

FAQ

What is the HS code for crude rapeseed oil?

The HS code for crude rapeseed oil with high erucic acid content is 1514.91.

What is the difference between 1514.11 and 1514.91?

The difference lies in the erucic acid content; 1514.11 is for oil with less than 2% erucic acid, while 1514.91 is for oil with 2% or more.