HS Code 150930

Virgin Olive Oil

HS code 150930 covers virgin olive oil and its fractions obtained solely from olives by mechanical means, distinguishing it from higher-grade extra virgin oil.

6-digit Section IIIFCL

HS Code 150930 — Virgin Olive Oil

This code is for virgin olive oil, which is extracted mechanically like extra virgin oil but has a slightly higher acidity or less perfect flavour profile. It is still unrefined and natural.

What's included

  • Standard virgin olive oil
  • Mechanical press olive oil (higher acidity than EVOO)

What's excluded

  • Extra virgin olive oil → use 150920 (EVOO is a specific premium grade with its own subheading.)

Common examples

  • Virgin olive oil for restaurant use
  • Bulk virgin oil for blending
  • Cold-pressed virgin olive oil (non-EVOO)

Frequently asked questions

What defines 'Virgin' in 150930?

It means the oil was extracted by pressure without heat or chemical solvents, but its free acidity is usually between 0.8% and 2.0%.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: Variable
  • Documentation: International Olive Council (IOC) standards apply for grading.
  • Typical shipping mode: FCL
  • Top exporters: Spain, Tunisia, Morocco
  • Top importers: Italy, United States, France

Key takeaway

150930 is the classification for mechanical-press olive oil that does not meet the strict 'extra virgin' threshold.

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