HS Code 150500
Wool Grease and Lanolin
HS code 150500 covers wool grease and fatty substances derived from it, including lanolin, essential for the cosmetics and skincare industries.
6-digit Section IIIFCL
HS Code 150500 — Wool Grease and Lanolin
Wool grease is a natural wax secreted by sheep. When refined, it is known as lanolin, which is widely used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial lubricants for its moisturizing properties.
What's included
- Crude wool grease
- Lanolin
- Anhydrous lanolin
- Wool wax
What's excluded
- Wool grease residues → use
152200(Degras and residues from fatty substances fall elsewhere.)
Common examples
- Pharmaceutical grade lanolin
- Crude wool grease for lubricant
- Cosmetic grade anhydrous lanolin
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between wool grease and lanolin?
Wool grease is the crude form extracted from wool scouring; lanolin is the refined, purified version used in skincare.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6.5%
- Documentation: Certificate of Analysis (COA) is usually required for pharmaceutical grades.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Australia, United Kingdom
- Top importers: United States, Germany, India
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Key takeaway
Primary source for lanolin used extensively in the global beauty and health sectors.
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