HS Code for Peanut oil

Peanut oil, also known as ground-nut oil, is classified under HS code 1508.90 when it has been refined but not chemically modified. This classification is determined by the Harmonized System's hierarchical structure, where Chapter 15 covers animal or vegetable fats and oils. Heading 1508 is specifically reserved for ground-nut oil and its fractions. Within this heading, the code is split between crude oil (1508.10) and "other" (1508.90). The "other" category encompasses oil that has undergone refining processes such as neutralization, bleaching, and deodorization to remove free fatty acids, pigments, and odorous substances. To remain in this category, the oil must not have undergone chemical modification, such as hydrogenation, interesterification, or re-esterification, which would shift the classification to heading 1516. The classification also includes fractions of the oil, provided they are not chemically modified. This code is essential for international trade as it distinguishes refined cooking oils from raw industrial inputs. According to GRI 1, classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. For 1508.90, the absence of chemical modification is the defining technical boundary that separates it from industrial fats.

Products Included

• Refined peanut oil
• Bleached ground-nut oil
• Deodorized peanut oil
• Liquid fractions of refined peanut oil
• Culinary grade ground-nut oil

Common Misclassification

Peanut oil is frequently misclassified under 1508.10, which is strictly for crude (unrefined) oil. Another common error is using 1516.20, which applies only if the oil has been hydrogenated or otherwise chemically modified to change its texture or melting point. Furthermore, blended vegetable oils containing peanut oil should be classified under 1517.90 rather than 1508.90, as heading 1508 is reserved for pure ground-nut oil and its fractions.

FAQ

What is the HS code for refined peanut oil?

The HS code for refined peanut oil is 1508.90, provided it has not been chemically modified.

How does it differ from crude peanut oil?

Crude peanut oil is classified under 1508.10 and has not undergone the neutralization, bleaching, or deodorization processes required for 1508.90.