HS Code 151229
Refined Cotton-Seed Oil
HS code 151229 comprises refined cotton-seed oil and its fractions that are not chemically modified, used widely in processed foods and commercial frying.
6-digit Section IIIFCL
HS Code 151229 — Refined Cotton-Seed Oil
This code represents cotton-seed oil that has been refined to remove impurities and gossypol, making it suitable for human consumption. It is frequently used in industrial baking and snack food manufacturing.
What's included
- RBD cotton-seed oil
- Refined cotton olein
- Refined cotton stearin
What's excluded
- Hydrogenated cotton-seed oil → use
151620(Hydrogenation is a chemical modification.)
Common examples
- Bulk refined cotton-seed oil for snack production
- Refined cotton oil winterised
- Drums of food-grade cotton-seed oil
Frequently asked questions
Why is cotton-seed oil refined?
Refining is necessary to remove gossypol, a natural toxin, and to improve the oil's stability and smoke point for cooking.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15%
- Documentation: Product must be certified free of harmful gossypol residues for food use.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: USA, China, India
- Top importers: Canada, Mexico, South Korea
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Key takeaway
A stable frying and baking oil common in commercial food production.
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