What is HS code 1513 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
1513 — Coconut (copra), palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions; whether or not refined but not chemically modified
Chapter 15: Animal or vegetable fats and oils
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 1513 when importing coconut (copra), palm kernel, or babassu oil, such as a shipment of crude coconut oil for food manufacturing. This heading covers both crude and refined oils that are not chemically modified.
To distinguish between the HS-6 lines under this heading, consider the state of the oil. For example, 151311 is for crude coconut oil, while 151319 covers refined coconut oil. If you're dealing with palm kernel oil, look to 151321 for crude and 151329 for refined options.
When deciding between HS-6 codes, the key factor is whether the oil is crude or has undergone refining. Crude oils are typically less expensive and used in bulk applications, while refined oils are often sought for food products due to their higher purity and stability.
Keywords & topics
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coconut oil import · palm kernel oil classification · HS code 1513 · crude coconut oil · refined palm kernel oil · babassu oil trade · vegetable oils · non-chemically modified oils · oil fractions · food grade coconut oil
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Crude coconut oil for cosmetic use
- Refined coconut oil for food production
- Crude palm kernel oil for soap manufacturing
- Refined babassu oil for cooking
- Coconut oil fractions for dietary supplements
- Palm kernel oil used in margarine production
Common questions
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How to classify coconut oil for import?
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Difference between crude and refined palm kernel oil?
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What are the subheadings under HS-4 1513?
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Is babassu oil included in HS-4 1513?
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How to import coconut oil legally?
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how to classify coconut oil for customs
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importing palm kernel oil regulations
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difference between crude and refined coconut oil
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what is the HS code for babassu oil
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guidelines for importing vegetable oils
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requirements for coconut oil importation
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understanding HS-4 1513 subheadings
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how to determine the right HS code for oils
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of oils are covered under HS-4 1513?
- HS-4 1513 includes coconut (copra), palm kernel, and babassu oils, both crude and refined, as long as they are not chemically modified.
- How do I know which HS-6 code to use?
- Choose **151311** for crude coconut oil, **151319** for refined coconut oil, **151321** for crude palm kernel oil, and **151329** for refined palm kernel oil.
- Are there any specific import regulations for coconut oil?
- Yes, ensure compliance with food safety regulations if importing for consumption, and check for any specific labeling requirements.
- Can I import babassu oil under this heading?
- Yes, babassu oil falls under HS-4 1513, and you can classify it under the same HS-6 lines as palm kernel oil.
- What is the difference between crude and refined oils?
- Crude oils are extracted without refining and retain more impurities, while refined oils undergo processing to remove these impurities, making them suitable for food and cosmetic use.
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HS-6 subheadings (4)
- 151311Vegetable oils; coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified
- 151319Vegetable oils; coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
- 151321Vegetable oils; palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified
- 151329Vegetable oils; palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified