Product classification
HS code for Hemp seed oil: 1515.90
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.
Classification of hemp seed oil under HS 1515.90
Hemp seed oil is classified under HS code 1515.90. This classification is determined by the product's identity as a fixed vegetable oil. Chapter 15 of the Harmonized System covers animal or vegetable fats and oils and their cleavage products. Heading 1515 is the residual heading for other fixed vegetable fats and oils that are not specifically named in earlier headings, such as soy (1507), olive (1509), or palm oil (1511). Hemp seed oil is extracted from the seeds of the Cannabis sativa plant through mechanical pressing. It is a fixed oil, meaning it does not evaporate easily, which distinguishes it from volatile essential oils. Subheading 1515.90 is used because hemp seed oil does not have its own specific four-digit or six-digit code like linseed (1515.1) or castor oil (1515.3). This classification applies to the oil whether it is crude, refined, or purified, provided it has not been chemically modified through processes like hydrogenation or esterification. It is also important to note that this code applies to the oil derived from the seeds, which contains negligible amounts of cannabinoids, unlike extracts derived from the flowers or leaves of the plant.
- Covers
- Crude hemp seed oil
- Refined hemp seed oil for culinary use
- Cold-pressed hemp seed oil
- Hemp seed oil fractions
- Industrial grade hemp seed oil for paints or lubricants
- Also under 1515.90
- LouAna Coconut Oil
- Spectrum Culinary Sunflower Oil
- Nutiva Organic Coconut Oil
- Carrington Farms Coconut Oil
- Chosen Foods Avocado Oil
Codes often confused with 1515.90
Common mistake. Hemp seed oil is frequently misclassified under 1302.19, which covers vegetable saps and extracts. This error occurs when the oil is confused with CBD oil or hemp extracts; however, 1515.90 is strictly for the fixed oil from the seeds. Another common mistake is using 3301.29 for essential oils. Hemp seed oil is a fatty fixed oil, not a volatile essential oil. Finally, the seeds themselves are classified under 1207.99, not 1515.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 151590 (the code used for hemp seed oil), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 151590 (the code used for hemp seed oil) in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% 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 151590, not only hemp seed oil.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Mexico $437M 12% of world exports
- 2 Spain $434M 12% of world exports
- 3 Italy $274M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $3.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $970M 24% of world imports
- 2 Italy $279M 6.9% of world imports
- 3 France $235M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $4.0B 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 codes for hemp seed oil
Brazil splits HS 1515.90 into 4 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 1515.90.10Jojoba oil and its fractions
- 1515.90.21Crude tung oil
- 1515.90.22Refined tung oil
- 1515.90.90Other fixed vegetable fats and oils
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about hemp seed oil
What is the HS code for Hemp seed oil?
The HS code for Hemp seed oil is 151590 (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). The HS code for hemp seed oil is 1515.90, which covers other fixed vegetable fats and oils.
How do I classify Hemp seed oil for customs?
Hemp seed oil is classified under HS code 151590 — 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 is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is CBD oil classified under the same HS code as hemp seed oil?
No, CBD oil is typically classified under 1302.19 as a vegetable extract or 3824.99 as a chemical product, depending on its composition and concentration, whereas 1515.90 is for the fatty oil from the seeds.
Which countries are the top exporters of hemp seed oil (HS 151590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 151590 (the code used for hemp seed oil) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($437M, 12% of world exports), Spain ($434M) and Italy ($274M). World exports came to about $3.6B, 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 hemp seed oil (HS 151590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 151590 (the code used for hemp seed oil) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($970M, 24% of world imports), Italy ($279M) and France ($235M). World imports came to about $4.0B, 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 Hemp seed oil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 151590 for Hemp seed 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 hemp seed oil in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 151590 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for hemp seed oil depends on the product's details: 1515.90.10 (Jojoba oil and its fractions), 1515.90.21 (Crude tung oil), 1515.90.22 (Refined tung oil), 1515.90.90 (Other fixed vegetable fats and oils).