What is HS code 151499 used for?
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HS-6 · Subheading
151499
Vegetable oils; excluding low erucic acid rape or colza oil and its fractions, other than crude, but not chemically modified
Heading 1514 — Rape, colza or mustard 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-6 151499 when importing or exporting refined vegetable oils that do not include low erucic acid rape or colza oil. For instance, if you're shipping refined sunflower oil or refined soybean oil, this code applies.
This classification is distinct from HS-6 151491, which covers low erucic acid rape or colza oil. If your product is specifically low erucic acid, you should use that code instead.
The 1514 heading narrows down to oils derived from rape, colza, or mustard, focusing on those that are refined but not chemically altered. This includes a variety of vegetable oils that meet these criteria.
Refined oils classified under this HS-6 are often used in cooking, food production, and industrial applications. They are typically sold in bulk or packaged for retail.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-6 subheading.
refined vegetable oils · non-low erucic acid oils · cooking oils · bulk vegetable oil shipments · packaged refined oils · food production oils · industrial vegetable oils · sunflower oil · soybean oil · canola oil · palm oil · peanut oil
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Refined sunflower oil in 5-liter containers
- Refined soybean oil shipped in bulk tankers
- Refined palm oil packaged for food service
- Refined canola oil in 1-gallon jugs
- Refined peanut oil for commercial kitchens
- Refined safflower oil sold in 250ml bottles
- Refined cottonseed oil for frying applications
- Refined grapeseed oil used in salad dressings
Common questions
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How to classify refined vegetable oils?
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Is low erucic acid rape oil included in 151499?
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Can I use 151499 for sunflower oil?
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What are the examples of HS-6 151499?
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How to determine if oil is refined or crude?
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What products fall under HS-6 151499?
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Are there any specific regulations for importing refined oils?
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How do I classify refined vegetable oils for import?
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What types of oils are covered by HS-6 151499?
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Can I use HS-6 151499 for cooking oil shipments?
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What is the difference between HS-6 151491 and 151499?
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Are there any restrictions on refined vegetable oils?
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How to find the correct HS code for vegetable oils?
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What packaging is required for importing refined oils?
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What are the customs requirements for HS-6 151499?
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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 can I classify under HS-6 151499?
- You can classify refined vegetable oils such as sunflower, soybean, palm, and peanut oil under HS-6 151499, as long as they are not low erucic acid rape or colza oils.
- Is low erucic acid rape oil included in HS-6 151499?
- No, low erucic acid rape oil is classified under HS-6 151491. HS-6 151499 excludes any low erucic acid oils.
- How do I know if my oil is refined or crude?
- Refined oils are typically processed to remove impurities and have a lighter color and flavor compared to crude oils, which are in their natural state.
- Can I use HS-6 151499 for my cooking oil shipments?
- Yes, if your cooking oil is refined and does not fall under the low erucic acid category, you can use HS-6 151499.
- What are the customs requirements for importing refined oils?
- Customs requirements may vary by country, but generally include proper documentation, labeling, and compliance with food safety standards.
- What packaging is needed for importing refined vegetable oils?
- Refined vegetable oils can be packaged in bulk containers, drums, or retail-sized bottles, depending on your shipment size and market.
- Are there any specific regulations for importing HS-6 151499 oils?
- Yes, regulations may include food safety certifications and adherence to labeling requirements specific to the destination country.
- What examples of products fall under HS-6 151499?
- Examples include refined sunflower oil, refined soybean oil, and refined palm oil, all of which are used in cooking and food production.
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