Product classification
HS code for Olive pomace oil: 1510.90
Vegetable oils, oils and their fractions n.e.c. in heading 1510, obtained solely from olives, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, including blends of these oils or fractions with oils or fractions of heading no. 1509.
Classification of olive pomace oil under HS 1510.90
Olive pomace oil is classified under HS code 1510.90 based on the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6. Heading 1510 is specifically reserved for oils and their fractions obtained solely from olives, other than those of heading 1509. While heading 1509 covers virgin olive oils obtained through mechanical means, heading 1510 encompasses oils extracted from the olive pomace—the solid residue remaining after the initial pressing. This extraction typically involves the use of solvents (such as hexane) or other physical treatments to recover the remaining oil content. Subheading 1510.90 specifically covers refined olive pomace oil and its blends with virgin olive oils. The classification is determined by the production process; if the oil is derived from the residue of the first pressing and has undergone refining or blending, it must be classified here. The legal notes to Chapter 15 clarify that these oils must not be chemically modified, as that would shift the classification to heading 1516. The distinction between 1509 and 1510 is critical for customs valuation and regulatory compliance, as pomace oil is considered a lower grade of olive oil compared to virgin or extra virgin varieties.
- Covers
- Refined olive pomace oil
- Crude olive pomace oil
- Blends of refined olive pomace oil with virgin olive oil
- Fractions of olive pomace oil, not chemically modified
- Olive residue oil obtained by solvent extraction
- Also under 1510.90
- Bertolli Classico Olive Oil
- Filippo Berio Pure Olive Oil
- Carapelli Pure Olive Oil
- Pompeian Pure Olive Oil
Codes often confused with 1510.90
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 1509.20 (Extra virgin olive oil) or 1509.30 (Virgin olive oil). These codes are strictly for oils obtained solely by mechanical or physical means under conditions that do not lead to alterations in the oil. Because olive pomace oil requires solvent extraction or further refining of the residue, it cannot be placed in 1509. Another common error is using 1516.20 for chemically modified vegetable oils; however, as long as the olive pomace oil is only refined and not hydrogenated or esterified, it remains in 1510.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 151090 (the code used for olive pomace oil), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 151090 (the code used for olive pomace oil) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 60% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.1% 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 151090, not only olive pomace oil.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $325M 60% of world exports
- 2 Italy $96M 18% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $49M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $541M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $36M 9.1% of world imports
- 2 Italy $35M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $34M 8.6% of world imports
World total: $396M 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 code for olive pomace oil
Brazil classifies olive pomace oil under NCM 1510.90.00: HS 1510.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about olive pomace oil
What is the HS code for Olive pomace oil?
The HS code for Olive pomace oil is 151090 (Vegetable oils; oils and their fractions n.e.c. in heading 1510, obtained solely from olives, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, including blends of these oils or fractions with oils or fractions of heading no. 1509). The primary HS code for olive pomace oil, including refined versions and blends with virgin olive oil, is 1510.90.
How do I classify Olive pomace oil for customs?
Olive pomace oil is classified under HS code 151090 — Vegetable oils; oils and their fractions n.e.c. in heading 1510, obtained solely from olives, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, including blends of these oils or fractions with oils or fractions of heading no. 1509. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can olive pomace oil be classified as vegetable oil under 1512?
No, HS code 1512 is for sunflower, safflower, or cotton-seed oil. Olive-derived oils have their own specific headings in 1509 and 1510.
Which countries are the top exporters of olive pomace oil (HS 151090)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 151090 (the code used for olive pomace oil) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($325M, 60% of world exports), Italy ($96M) and Türkiye ($49M). World exports came to about $541M, 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 olive pomace oil (HS 151090)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 151090 (the code used for olive pomace oil) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($36M, 9.1% of world imports), Italy ($35M) and Saudi Arabia ($34M). World imports came to about $396M, 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 Olive pomace oil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 151090 for Olive pomace 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 olive pomace oil in Brazil?
In Brazil, olive pomace oil (HS 151090) is classified under NCM 1510.90.00.