1509 — Olive oil and its fractions; whether or not refined, but not chemically modified

Plain-language overview

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 1509 · olive oil import classification · extra virgin olive oil · virgin olive oil · refined olive oil · olive oil fractions · HS-6 150920 · HS-6 150930 · HS-6 150940 · HS-6 150990 · olive oil packaging · olive oil quality standards · importing olive oil · olive oil trade regulations · olive oil customs classification

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

• Extra virgin olive oil in 5-liter tins
• Virgin olive oil in glass bottles
• Bulk shipments of refined olive oil
• Olive oil blends with other vegetable oils
• Organic virgin olive oil from Italy
• Flavored olive oils (e.g., garlic or herb-infused)
• Olive oil packaged for retail sale

Common questions

How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.

• What is the difference between extra virgin and virgin olive oil?
• How do I classify olive oil for import?
• What HS code do I use for refined olive oil?
• Are there specific quality standards for olive oil imports?
• What are the packaging requirements for importing olive oil?
• How to determine the correct HS-6 subheading for olive oil?

Related topics

Longer phrases that come up when you're comparing codes or talking to a broker.

• how to classify olive oil for customs
• import regulations for olive oil products
• differences between olive oil subheadings
• requirements for importing extra virgin olive oil
• what to know about olive oil import duties
• how to determine olive oil quality for import
• packaging options for olive oil shipments
• understanding olive oil fractions in trade
• customs codes for different types of olive oil
• importing flavored olive oils and regulations
• guidelines for olive oil importers and brokers
• best practices for shipping olive oil internationally

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What is the difference between extra virgin and virgin olive oil?

Extra virgin olive oil has a lower acidity level and is made from the first cold pressing of olives, while virgin olive oil has a higher acidity and may come from subsequent pressings.

Which HS-6 code should I use for flavored olive oils?

Flavored olive oils typically fall under **HS-6 150990** if they are not classified as extra virgin or virgin.

Are there specific quality standards for importing olive oil?

Yes, olive oil must meet certain quality standards set by both international and national regulations, particularly for extra virgin and virgin classifications.

What are the packaging requirements for importing olive oil?

Olive oil should be packaged in a manner that protects it from light and air, typically in dark glass bottles or tins, and must comply with labeling regulations.

How can I determine the correct HS-6 subheading for my olive oil?

Review the product's acidity level and processing method to choose between extra virgin, virgin, or other classifications under HS-4 1509.

What duties apply to importing olive oil?

Import duties on olive oil vary by country and can depend on the specific HS code used, so check with your local customs authority for accurate rates.

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