Product classification
HS code for Refined linseed oil: 1515.19
Vegetable oils, linseed oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Classification of refined linseed oil under HS 1515.19
Refined linseed oil is classified under HS code 1515.19. This classification is determined by Chapter 15, which deals with vegetable fats and oils. Heading 1515 is a "basket" heading for other fixed vegetable fats and oils (including jojoba oil) and their fractions. Linseed oil is specifically named under the 1515.1 sub-group. The distinction between subheadings is based on the level of processing. Subheading 1515.11 is for crude linseed oil, whereas 1515.19 covers linseed oil that has been refined to remove impurities, acidity, or color, provided the chemical structure of the oil has not been altered. Refined linseed oil is widely used in the production of paints, varnishes, and linoleum due to its drying properties. The refining process typically involves alkali treatment to remove free fatty acids and bleaching to remove pigments. It is important to note that this code only applies to oil that has not been boiled, oxidized, or otherwise chemically modified.
- Covers
- Refined linseed oil
- Alkali-refined linseed oil
- Bleached linseed oil
- Deodorized linseed oil
- Linseed oil fractions (not chemically modified)
- Also under 1515.19
- Rust-Oleum (wood finishes)
- Farrow & Ball (paints)
- Winsor & Newton (artist's oils)
- Old Masters (wood finishes)
- Flaxseed oil supplements (e.g., Barlean's, Spectrum)
Codes often confused with 1515.19
Common mistake. Refined linseed oil is frequently confused with boiled or oxidized linseed oil, which is classified under 1518.00. Once linseed oil is heat-treated (boiled) or has oxygen blown through it to accelerate its drying properties, it is considered chemically modified. Another misclassification occurs with crude linseed oil (1515.11) or prepared oil-based varnishes and paints, which fall under Chapter 32. If the oil is encapsulated as a dietary supplement, it may be classified under 2106.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 151519 (the code used for refined linseed oil), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 151519 (the code used for refined linseed oil) in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 16% 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 151519, not only refined linseed oil.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Belgium $42M 36% of world exports
- 2 Belarus* ~$18M 15% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $7.1M 6.0% of world exports
World total: $117M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $20M 16% of world imports
- 2 Norway $19M 15% of world imports
- 3 Germany $8.3M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $130M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 refined linseed oil
Brazil classifies refined linseed oil under NCM 1515.19.00: HS 1515.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about refined linseed oil
What is the HS code for Refined linseed oil?
The HS code for Refined linseed oil is 151519 (Vegetable oils; linseed oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified). The HS code for refined linseed oil is 1515.19, covering linseed oil and its fractions other than crude.
How do I classify Refined linseed oil for customs?
Refined linseed oil is classified under HS code 151519 — Vegetable oils; linseed oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is boiled linseed oil classified under 1515.19?
No, boiled linseed oil is considered chemically modified and is classified under HS code 1518.00 as a modified vegetable oil.
Which countries are the top exporters of refined linseed oil (HS 151519)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 151519 (the code used for refined linseed oil) in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($42M, 36% of world exports), Belarus (about $18M) and the United States ($7.1M). World exports came to about $117M, 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 refined linseed oil (HS 151519)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 151519 (the code used for refined linseed oil) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($20M, 16% of world imports), Norway ($19M) and Germany ($8.3M). World imports came to about $130M, 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 Refined linseed oil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 151519 for Refined linseed 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 refined linseed oil in Brazil?
In Brazil, refined linseed oil (HS 151519) is classified under NCM 1515.19.00.