Chapter 15 covers animal and vegetable fats and oils and their cleavage products, prepared edible fats, animal and vegetable waxes. It includes primary oils extracted from animal and vegetable raw materials, refined oils, hydrogenated oils, fatty acids, glycerol, etc. The oils in this chapter are classified by source and degree of processing, and peanut oil belongs to a specific subheading within vegetable oils. Heading 1508 covers peanut oil and its fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, obtained solely from peanuts. It includes crude peanut oil, refined peanut oil, and fractions of peanut oil (such as peanut stearin, peanut oleic acid, etc.), but excludes chemically modified peanut oil such as hydrogenated or interesterified peanut oil. The first 2 digits 15 = Chapter 15 (animal and vegetable fats and oils); digits 3-4 08 = heading 1508 (peanut oil and its fractions); digits 5-6 90 = subheading 150890, indicating refined peanut oil (not crude). Among these, 150810 is crude peanut oil, and 150890 is other (refined) peanut oil. The code is progressively refined from the broad category to the specific variety and processing state. This product is refined peanut oil, which has undergone refining processes such as degumming, deacidification, decolorization, and deodorization, but has not been chemically modified, so it conforms to the description of heading 1508. Crude peanut oil is classified under 150810, while chemically modified peanut oil is classified under 1516 or 1517, etc. Therefore, refined peanut oil is correctly classified under 150890.
Chapter
Chapter 15 covers animal and vegetable fats and oils and their cleavage products, prepared edible fats, animal and vegetable waxes. It includes primary oils extracted from animal and vegetable raw materials, refined oils, hydrogenated oils, fatty acids, glycerol, etc. The oils in this chapter are classified by source and degree of processing, and peanut oil belongs to a specific subheading within vegetable oils.
Heading
Heading 1508 covers peanut oil and its fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, obtained solely from peanuts. It includes crude peanut oil, refined peanut oil, and fractions of peanut oil (such as peanut stearin, peanut oleic acid, etc.), but excludes chemically modified peanut oil such as hydrogenated or interesterified peanut oil.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 15 = Chapter 15 (animal and vegetable fats and oils); digits 3-4 08 = heading 1508 (peanut oil and its fractions); digits 5-6 90 = subheading 150890, indicating refined peanut oil (not crude). Among these, 150810 is crude peanut oil, and 150890 is other (refined) peanut oil. The code is progressively refined from the broad category to the specific variety and processing state.
Classification Basis
This product is refined peanut oil, which has undergone refining processes such as degumming, deacidification, decolorization, and deodorization, but has not been chemically modified, so it conforms to the description of heading 1508. Crude peanut oil is classified under 150810, while chemically modified peanut oil is classified under 1516 or 1517, etc. Therefore, refined peanut oil is correctly classified under 150890.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The declared product name should be accurately filled in as "refined peanut oil" and avoid colloquial or vague names. Processing method: Explain the oil processing technology, such as "refining", "degumming, deacidification, decolorization, deodorization", etc., to distinguish it from crude oil. Ingredient content: Indicate the peanut oil content as well as impurities, moisture, etc. Purity is usually required to be no less than 99%. Packaging specifications: Indicate the packaging form and net weight, such as "190kg/drum", "25kg/box", etc. Brand: Fill in the product brand; if there is no brand, indicate "no brand". Use: Explain whether it is for food or industrial use, such as "edible", "for cooking", etc. Origin: Fill in the origin of the peanut raw materials or the country of production of the finished product, which affects tariffs and trade agreements. Product name: refined peanut oil; Processing method: refining (degumming, deacidification, decolorization, deodorization); Ingredient content: peanut oil 99.5%, moisture 0.1%, impurities 0.4%; Packaging specifications: 190kg/iron drum; Brand: XX brand; Use: edible; Origin: China. Mistakenly classifying refined peanut oil as crude peanut oil (150810), resulting in tariff differences. When declaring, the refining process is not indicated and only "pressing" is written, which is likely to raise doubts about classification. Ignoring the declaration of ingredient content; if it is mixed with other oils and this is not stated, it may be classified under 1517.
Product name
The declared product name should be accurately filled in as "refined peanut oil" and avoid colloquial or vague names.
⚠️ Mistakenly writing it as "peanut oil" or "crude peanut oil", resulting in incorrect classification.
Processing method
Explain the oil processing technology, such as "refining", "degumming, deacidification, decolorization, deodorization", etc., to distinguish it from crude oil.
⚠️ Only filling in "pressing" or "extraction" without indicating the refining process.
Ingredient content
Indicate the peanut oil content as well as impurities, moisture, etc. Purity is usually required to be no less than 99%.
⚠️ Failing to provide specific content, or failing to state that it is mixed with other oils.
Packaging specifications
Indicate the packaging form and net weight, such as "190kg/drum", "25kg/box", etc.
⚠️ Unclear packaging specification description, such as "bulk" without indicating the specific weight.
Brand
Fill in the product brand; if there is no brand, indicate "no brand".
⚠️ The brand does not match the actual product, or it is omitted.
Use
Explain whether it is for food or industrial use, such as "edible", "for cooking", etc.
⚠️ The use description is too broad, such as "food processing" without further detail.
Origin
Fill in the origin of the peanut raw materials or the country of production of the finished product, which affects tariffs and trade agreements.
⚠️ Confusing the origin of raw materials with the origin of the finished product, or omitting it.
Mistakenly classifying refined peanut oil as crude peanut oil (150810), resulting in tariff differences.
When declaring, the refining process is not indicated and only "pressing" is written, which is likely to raise doubts about classification.
Ignoring the declaration of ingredient content; if it is mixed with other oils and this is not stated, it may be classified under 1517.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the notes to Chapter 15 of the Import and Export Tariff and the subheading texts. Refined peanut oil must meet the following: 1) the raw material is only peanuts; 2) it has been refined but not chemically modified; 3) it conforms to the description of heading 1508. If it has undergone chemical modification such as hydrogenation or interesterification, it is classified under 1516; if it is mixed with other oils, it is classified under 1517. Reference should also be made to classification decisions of the General Administration of Customs and opinions of the World Customs Organization. 150810 Crude peanut oil: Crude peanut oil is the first oil obtained by mechanical pressing or solvent extraction and has not been refined; refined peanut oil has undergone refining processes such as degumming and deacidification. The degree of processing differs, so the classification differs. 1516 Hydrogenated peanut oil: Hydrogenated peanut oil is oil that has undergone chemical modification (hydrogenation), changing the triglyceride structure, and is classified under 1516; refined peanut oil has not been chemically modified and is classified under 1508. 1517 Mixed edible oil: Mixed edible oil contains multiple oils, such as a blend of peanut oil and soybean oil, and is classified under 1517; pure peanut oil, even if refined, is classified under 1508. 150790 Refined soybean oil: Soybean oil and peanut oil come from different sources; soybean oil is classified under 1507, and peanut oil under 1508. The type of oil must be accurately distinguished during classification. Is the raw material only peanuts? Has it been refined but not chemically modified? Is it mixed with other oils? Is the processing method clearly stated as refining? Does it conform to the text description of heading 1508?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the notes to Chapter 15 of the Import and Export Tariff and the subheading texts. Refined peanut oil must meet the following: 1) the raw material is only peanuts; 2) it has been refined but not chemically modified; 3) it conforms to the description of heading 1508. If it has undergone chemical modification such as hydrogenation or interesterification, it is classified under 1516; if it is mixed with other oils, it is classified under 1517. Reference should also be made to classification decisions of the General Administration of Customs and opinions of the World Customs Organization.
Confused Codes：
150810 - Crude peanut oil
Crude peanut oil is the first oil obtained by mechanical pressing or solvent extraction and has not been refined; refined peanut oil has undergone refining processes such as degumming and deacidification. The degree of processing differs, so the classification differs.
1516 - Hydrogenated peanut oil
Hydrogenated peanut oil is oil that has undergone chemical modification (hydrogenation), changing the triglyceride structure, and is classified under 1516; refined peanut oil has not been chemically modified and is classified under 1508.
1517 - Mixed edible oil
Mixed edible oil contains multiple oils, such as a blend of peanut oil and soybean oil, and is classified under 1517; pure peanut oil, even if refined, is classified under 1508.
150790 - Refined soybean oil
Soybean oil and peanut oil come from different sources; soybean oil is classified under 1507, and peanut oil under 1508. The type of oil must be accurately distinguished during classification.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the raw material only peanuts?
✓ Has it been refined but not chemically modified?
✓ Is it mixed with other oils?
✓ Is the processing method clearly stated as refining?
✓ Does it conform to the text description of heading 1508?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference in HS codes between refined peanut oil and crude peanut oil? Crude peanut oil is classified under HS code 150810, and refined peanut oil under 150890. The difference lies in the processing technology: crude oil is extracted by pressing or centrifugation and has not been refined; refined oil has undergone processes such as degumming, deacidification, decolorization, and deodorization. Proof of processing method is required for customs declaration. How can it be determined whether peanut oil has been chemically modified? Chemical modification refers to reactions such as hydrogenation, interesterification, and hydrolysis that change the molecular structure of the oil. If only physical refining is carried out (such as decolorization and deodorization), then it has not been modified and is classified under 1508; if hydrogenation is carried out, it is classified under 1516. The production process flow or test reports can be checked. What is the most common classification error when declaring refined peanut oil? The most common error is mistakenly classifying refined peanut oil as crude peanut oil (150810), or failing to indicate the refining process, leading to classification disputes. In addition, if the peanut oil is mixed with other oils, it should be classified under 1517, not 1508. What declaration elements are required for imported refined peanut oil? Product name, processing method, ingredient content, packaging specifications, brand, use, origin, etc. are required. The processing method should be clearly stated as "refining", the ingredient content should indicate the purity of peanut oil, and the use should distinguish between edible and industrial use. How can the tariff rate for refined peanut oil be checked? The tariff rate must be checked according to the origin, trade agreements, and the annual tariff schedule. It can be checked on the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or by using the Import and Export Tariff, and customs brokers can also be consulted. Note that rates may change, and the latest announcement shall prevail. Under which code should peanut oil fractions (such as peanut stearin) be classified? Peanut oil fractions are also classified under heading 1508, and the specific subheading depends on whether they are crude. If they are refined fractions, they are classified under 150890; if they are crude fractions, they are classified under 150810. Fractions refer to components obtained by physical methods such as crystallization and fractionation. How should refined peanut oil be declared for cross-border e-commerce retail? Refined peanut oil imported through cross-border e-commerce retail must be declared as personal items or goods, with order, payment, and logistics information provided. The HS code is still 150890, but attention should be paid to the list of cross-border e-commerce retail imported goods and the quota. It is recommended to consult the local customs office.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between refined peanut oil and crude peanut oil?
A: Crude peanut oil is classified under HS code 150810, and refined peanut oil under 150890. The difference lies in the processing technology: crude oil is extracted by pressing or centrifugation and has not been refined; refined oil has undergone processes such as degumming, deacidification, decolorization, and deodorization. Proof of processing method is required for customs declaration.
Q: How can it be determined whether peanut oil has been chemically modified?
A: Chemical modification refers to reactions such as hydrogenation, interesterification, and hydrolysis that change the molecular structure of the oil. If only physical refining is carried out (such as decolorization and deodorization), then it has not been modified and is classified under 1508; if hydrogenation is carried out, it is classified under 1516. The production process flow or test reports can be checked.
Q: What is the most common classification error when declaring refined peanut oil?
A: The most common error is mistakenly classifying refined peanut oil as crude peanut oil (150810), or failing to indicate the refining process, leading to classification disputes. In addition, if the peanut oil is mixed with other oils, it should be classified under 1517, not 1508.
Q: What declaration elements are required for imported refined peanut oil?
A: Product name, processing method, ingredient content, packaging specifications, brand, use, origin, etc. are required. The processing method should be clearly stated as "refining", the ingredient content should indicate the purity of peanut oil, and the use should distinguish between edible and industrial use.
Q: How can the tariff rate for refined peanut oil be checked?
A: The tariff rate must be checked according to the origin, trade agreements, and the annual tariff schedule. It can be checked on the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or by using the Import and Export Tariff, and customs brokers can also be consulted. Note that rates may change, and the latest announcement shall prevail.
Q: Under which code should peanut oil fractions (such as peanut stearin) be classified?
A: Peanut oil fractions are also classified under heading 1508, and the specific subheading depends on whether they are crude. If they are refined fractions, they are classified under 150890; if they are crude fractions, they are classified under 150810. Fractions refer to components obtained by physical methods such as crystallization and fractionation.
Q: How should refined peanut oil be declared for cross-border e-commerce retail?
A: Refined peanut oil imported through cross-border e-commerce retail must be declared as personal items or goods, with order, payment, and logistics information provided. The HS code is still 150890, but attention should be paid to the list of cross-border e-commerce retail imported goods and the quota. It is recommended to consult the local customs office.
⚠️ 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.