HS Code for Oleo oil

Oleo oil is classified under HS code 1503.00 because it represents a specific liquid fraction obtained from the rendering and subsequent pressing of animal fats, such as tallow or lard. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), products are classified based on their chemical composition and processing state. Heading 1503 specifically covers lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, and oleo-oil that have not been emulsified, mixed, or otherwise prepared. Oleo oil is the liquid portion separated from the solid oleostearin through a controlled crystallization and pressing process. This classification applies regardless of whether the oil is intended for edible purposes, such as in the production of specialized fats, or for industrial applications. The key factor for this code is that the oil remains pure and unmixed with other substances or vegetable oils. The manufacturing process involves heating the animal fat and then slowly cooling it to allow the higher-melting-point glycerides (stearin) to solidify, leaving the liquid oleo oil to be filtered or pressed out. This physical separation does not change the chemical nature of the fat in a way that would move it to Chapter 38 or other prepared food headings. It is essential to distinguish this from tallow, which is the unrefined fat, as 1503.00 requires the separation of the stearin and oil components.

Products Included

• Edible oleo oil for food manufacturing
• Industrial grade oleo oil
• Liquid beef fat fractions
• Lard oil for technical use
• Non-emulsified animal oil fractions

Common Misclassification

Oleo oil is frequently misclassified under HS code 1502.10, which covers unrendered or rendered tallow. However, 1502 applies to the bulk fat before it has been separated into its stearin and oil components. Another common error is using HS code 1517.90, which is reserved for edible mixtures or preparations of animal and vegetable fats. If the oleo oil has been blended with any other oil or emulsified with water, it must be moved to 1517.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Oleo oil?

The specific HS code for oleo oil is 1503.00, which covers lard oil and oleo-oil that are not emulsified or mixed.

How does oleo oil differ from oleostearin in classification?

While both fall under 1503.00, oleo oil is the liquid fraction obtained after pressing, whereas oleostearin is the solid, higher-melting-point fraction remaining after the oil is extracted.