HS Code for Mustard oil
Mustard oil is classified under HS code 1515.90. This code is used for fixed vegetable fats and oils and their fractions that are not specifically listed in other headings of Chapter 15. While many common oils like soybean (1507) or olive oil (1509) have their own dedicated headings, mustard oil is often grouped under the "other" category of 1515 if it is not specifically mentioned in heading 1514. Heading 1514 covers rape, colza, or mustard oil and their fractions. However, depending on the specific regional tariff schedule or the purity and extraction method, 1515.90 is used as the residual category for other fixed vegetable oils. The classification 1515.90 applies to oils that are refined or unrefined but not chemically modified. It is essential to distinguish these from essential oils, which are classified in Chapter 33. The choice between 1514 and 1515 often depends on the botanical origin and the presence of erucic acid.
Products Included
- Crude mustard seed oil
- Refined mustard oil for culinary use
- Pressed mustard oil (cold-pressed)
- Fractions of mustard oil not chemically modified
- Mustard oil used as a base for food preparations
Common Misclassification
The most common confusion is between HS code 1514.91 (crude mustard oil) and 1515.90. Heading 1514 is the primary location for mustard oil, but 1515.90 is frequently used for "other" vegetable oils in various trade contexts. Another major misclassification is with HS code 3301.29, which covers essential oil of mustard. Essential oils are volatile and used for flavoring or fragrance, whereas 1515.90 is for fixed (fatty) oils used in cooking or industry.
FAQ
What is the HS code for mustard oil?
Mustard oil is generally classified under HS code 1514.91 or 1514.99, but it can fall under 1515.90 when classified as an "other" fixed vegetable oil.
Is mustard oil for hair care classified differently?
If the mustard oil is put up for retail sale as a hair oil with added fragrances or chemicals, it may be classified under HS code 3305.90.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Mustard oil?
The HS code for Mustard 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).
How do I classify Mustard oil for customs?
Mustard 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 the HS code for Mustard oil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 151590 for Mustard 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.