Chapter 15 covers animal and vegetable fats and oils and their cleavage products, prepared edible fats, animal and vegetable waxes. It includes crude oils, refined oils, hardened oils, glycerol, etc., extracted from animal and vegetable raw materials, but excludes chemically pure glycerol (2905) and soap (3401), which are separately specified. The fats and oils in this chapter are classified by source and degree of processing, and are important raw materials for the food, chemical, and cosmetics industries. Heading 1508 covers crude and refined oils obtained solely from ground-nuts (peanuts), including crude peanut oil and refined peanut oil. However, it excludes chemically modified peanut oil (such as hydrogenated or interesterified), as well as isolated fatty acids or glycerol derived from peanut oil. Under this heading, subheadings are further divided by degree of processing. First 2 digits 15: Chapter 15, animal and vegetable fats and oils and their cleavage products. Digits 3-4 08: Heading 1508, peanut oil and its fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. Digits 5-6 10: Subheading 150810, crude peanut oil, i.e., oil extracted from peanuts for the first time by pressing or solvent extraction, without any refining treatment, retaining the natural characteristics of crude peanut oil, such as color, odor, and free fatty acid content. Crude peanut oil, because it is only subjected to initial pressing or extraction and has not undergone refining processes such as degumming, deacidification, bleaching, or deodorization, meets the definition of 'crude' under subheading 150810. If refined, it should be classified under 150890. If chemically modified (e.g., hydrogenated), it should be classified under 1516. Therefore, the degree of processing is the key to distinguishing this code from adjacent codes.
Chapter
Chapter 15 covers animal and vegetable fats and oils and their cleavage products, prepared edible fats, animal and vegetable waxes. It includes crude oils, refined oils, hardened oils, glycerol, etc., extracted from animal and vegetable raw materials, but excludes chemically pure glycerol (2905) and soap (3401), which are separately specified. The fats and oils in this chapter are classified by source and degree of processing, and are important raw materials for the food, chemical, and cosmetics industries.
Heading
Heading 1508 covers crude and refined oils obtained solely from ground-nuts (peanuts), including crude peanut oil and refined peanut oil. However, it excludes chemically modified peanut oil (such as hydrogenated or interesterified), as well as isolated fatty acids or glycerol derived from peanut oil. Under this heading, subheadings are further divided by degree of processing.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 15: Chapter 15, animal and vegetable fats and oils and their cleavage products. Digits 3-4 08: Heading 1508, peanut oil and its fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. Digits 5-6 10: Subheading 150810, crude peanut oil, i.e., oil extracted from peanuts for the first time by pressing or solvent extraction, without any refining treatment, retaining the natural characteristics of crude peanut oil, such as color, odor, and free fatty acid content.
Classification Basis
Crude peanut oil, because it is only subjected to initial pressing or extraction and has not undergone refining processes such as degumming, deacidification, bleaching, or deodorization, meets the definition of 'crude' under subheading 150810. If refined, it should be classified under 150890. If chemically modified (e.g., hydrogenated), it should be classified under 1516. Therefore, the degree of processing is the key to distinguishing this code from adjacent codes.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity should indicate 'crude peanut oil' or 'peanut oil, crude', and should not simply be written as 'peanut oil'. Processing method: Specify the extraction process, such as 'pressing' or 'solvent extraction', and emphasize 'not refined'. Composition content: Indicate the peanut oil content and whether other additives are present (crude oil usually has no additives). Packaging specifications: Indicate the packaging type and net weight, such as 'bulk', '190kg/drum', etc. Use: Specify the use, such as 'edible', 'industrial (e.g., soap making)'. Crude oil is mostly used for edible purposes or further refining. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, fill in 'none'. Origin: Fill in the country or region of production, affecting tariffs and trade agreements. Product name: Crude peanut oil (peanut oil, crude); Processing method: Pressed, unrefined; Composition content: 100% peanut oil; Packaging specifications: Bulk, net weight 20,000 kg; Use: Edible; Brand: None; Origin: Brazil. Mistakenly declaring crude peanut oil as refined peanut oil, leading to classification errors and tariff differences. Failure to indicate 'crude' or 'unrefined', possibly being identified by customs as refined oil. Ignoring packaging specifications and use, affecting customs statistics and subsequent audits.
Product name
The specific name of the declared commodity should indicate 'crude peanut oil' or 'peanut oil, crude', and should not simply be written as 'peanut oil'.
⚠️ Mistakenly written as 'refined peanut oil' or 'edible peanut oil', leading to classification errors.
Processing method
Specify the extraction process, such as 'pressing' or 'solvent extraction', and emphasize 'not refined'.
⚠️ Omitting key information such as 'crude' or 'unrefined', leading to it being mistaken for refined oil.
Composition content
Indicate the peanut oil content and whether other additives are present (crude oil usually has no additives).
⚠️ Vague filling, such as '100% peanut oil' but not stating whether it is crude.
Packaging specifications
Indicate the packaging type and net weight, such as 'bulk', '190kg/drum', etc.
⚠️ Omitting packaging specifications, affecting customs statistics and inspection.
Use
Specify the use, such as 'edible', 'industrial (e.g., soap making)'. Crude oil is mostly used for edible purposes or further refining.
⚠️ Generally writing 'edible' without distinguishing between crude and refined.
Brand
If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, fill in 'none'.
⚠️ Brand inconsistent with actual goods, or omission of brand.
Origin
Fill in the country or region of production, affecting tariffs and trade agreements.
⚠️ Incorrect declaration of origin, resulting in inability to enjoy preferential tariff rates.
Mistakenly declaring crude peanut oil as refined peanut oil, leading to classification errors and tariff differences.
Failure to indicate 'crude' or 'unrefined', possibly being identified by customs as refined oil.
Ignoring packaging specifications and use, affecting customs statistics and subsequent audits.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the degree of processing: crude peanut oil is only initially extracted and not refined; refined peanut oil has undergone degumming, deacidification, bleaching, deodorization, etc. In addition, chemically modified peanut oil (e.g., hydrogenated) is classified under 1516. Therefore, when declaring, proof of processing technology is required to determine whether it is crude. 150890 Refined peanut oil: Refined peanut oil has undergone refining processes, has low free fatty acid content and light color; crude oil is unrefined and retains more natural components. 1516 Hydrogenated peanut oil: Hydrogenated peanut oil is a chemically modified fat, with reduced iodine value and increased melting point; crude oil is not chemically modified. 1517 Mixed edible oil: Mixed edible oil contains multiple oils, such as a blend of peanut oil and soybean oil; crude peanut oil is a single oil. 1202 Peanuts: Peanuts are unprocessed agricultural products; crude peanut oil is extracted oil, which has changed its basic characteristics. Is it clearly crude (unrefined)? Is the processing method pressing or extraction? Is it a single peanut oil, without mixing? Is it not chemically modified? Are packaging and use fully declared?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the degree of processing: crude peanut oil is only initially extracted and not refined; refined peanut oil has undergone degumming, deacidification, bleaching, deodorization, etc. In addition, chemically modified peanut oil (e.g., hydrogenated) is classified under 1516. Therefore, when declaring, proof of processing technology is required to determine whether it is crude.
Confused Codes：
150890 - Refined peanut oil
Refined peanut oil has undergone refining processes, has low free fatty acid content and light color; crude oil is unrefined and retains more natural components.
1516 - Hydrogenated peanut oil
Hydrogenated peanut oil is a chemically modified fat, with reduced iodine value and increased melting point; crude oil is not chemically modified.
1517 - Mixed edible oil
Mixed edible oil contains multiple oils, such as a blend of peanut oil and soybean oil; crude peanut oil is a single oil.
1202 - Peanuts
Peanuts are unprocessed agricultural products; crude peanut oil is extracted oil, which has changed its basic characteristics.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it clearly crude (unrefined)?
✓ Is the processing method pressing or extraction?
✓ Is it a single peanut oil, without mixing?
✓ Is it not chemically modified?
✓ Are packaging and use fully declared?
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether peanut oil is crude or refined? Crude peanut oil is extracted for the first time by pressing or solvent extraction, without degumming, deacidification, etc., and has a dark color, strong odor, and higher free fatty acid content; refined oil has undergone refining, has a light color and mild odor. Suppliers can be asked to provide processing technology documentation. What is the difference in HS codes between crude peanut oil and refined peanut oil? Crude peanut oil is classified under 150810, and refined peanut oil under 150890. The degree of processing differs, and tariff rates and regulatory conditions may differ, so accurate distinction is required when declaring. If peanut oil is used for industrial purposes, will the code change? HS codes are mainly based on the inherent properties of the goods, not the use. Crude peanut oil, whether for food or industrial use, is still classified under 150810, but the use must be indicated when declaring for customs statistics. What declaration elements are required for importing crude peanut oil? It is necessary to declare product name, processing method, composition content, packaging specifications, use, brand, origin, etc. Emphasize 'crude' and 'unrefined' to avoid classification disputes. Can crude peanut oil enjoy preferential tariffs? It depends on the origin and trade agreements. For example, crude peanut oil from ASEAN may enjoy the China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement rate. A certificate of origin is required, and the latest tariff rates should be checked. If peanut oil is hydrogenated, which code should it be classified under? Hydrogenated peanut oil is a chemically modified fat and should be classified under 1516, not 150810. Hydrogenation changes the chemical properties of the oil, so the classification is different. For cross-border e-commerce sales of crude peanut oil, how to query the HS code? It can be queried through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, HS code query platforms, or by consulting a customs broker. Enter the keyword 'crude peanut oil', confirm the processing method is crude, and obtain 150810. Are crude peanut oil and peanut oil, crude the same concept? Yes, crude peanut oil is peanut oil, crude, referring to oil extracted for the first time. However, 'crude oil' may be misunderstood as unrefined petroleum, so it is recommended to use 'crude peanut oil' to avoid ambiguity.
Q: How to determine whether peanut oil is crude or refined?
A: Crude peanut oil is extracted for the first time by pressing or solvent extraction, without degumming, deacidification, etc., and has a dark color, strong odor, and higher free fatty acid content; refined oil has undergone refining, has a light color and mild odor. Suppliers can be asked to provide processing technology documentation.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between crude peanut oil and refined peanut oil?
A: Crude peanut oil is classified under 150810, and refined peanut oil under 150890. The degree of processing differs, and tariff rates and regulatory conditions may differ, so accurate distinction is required when declaring.
Q: If peanut oil is used for industrial purposes, will the code change?
A: HS codes are mainly based on the inherent properties of the goods, not the use. Crude peanut oil, whether for food or industrial use, is still classified under 150810, but the use must be indicated when declaring for customs statistics.
Q: What declaration elements are required for importing crude peanut oil?
A: It is necessary to declare product name, processing method, composition content, packaging specifications, use, brand, origin, etc. Emphasize 'crude' and 'unrefined' to avoid classification disputes.
Q: Can crude peanut oil enjoy preferential tariffs?
A: It depends on the origin and trade agreements. For example, crude peanut oil from ASEAN may enjoy the China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement rate. A certificate of origin is required, and the latest tariff rates should be checked.
Q: If peanut oil is hydrogenated, which code should it be classified under?
A: Hydrogenated peanut oil is a chemically modified fat and should be classified under 1516, not 150810. Hydrogenation changes the chemical properties of the oil, so the classification is different.
Q: For cross-border e-commerce sales of crude peanut oil, how to query the HS code?
A: It can be queried through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, HS code query platforms, or by consulting a customs broker. Enter the keyword 'crude peanut oil', confirm the processing method is crude, and obtain 150810.
Q: Are crude peanut oil and peanut oil, crude the same concept?
A: Yes, crude peanut oil is peanut oil, crude, referring to oil extracted for the first time. However, 'crude oil' may be misunderstood as unrefined petroleum, so it is recommended to use 'crude peanut oil' to avoid ambiguity.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.