HS Code 151491

Crude High Erucic Acid Rapeseed Oil

HS code 151491 is for crude high erucic acid rape or colza oil, often used in industrial lubricants and fuel production due to its specific chemical properties.

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HS Code 151491 — Crude High Erucic Acid Rapeseed Oil

This code covers crude rapeseed oil with an erucic acid content of 2% or more. These oils are typically used in industrial applications, such as lubricant manufacturing or biodiesel production, rather than as primary food ingredients.

What's included

  • High erucic acid crude colza oil
  • HEAR oil
  • Industrial grade crude rapeseed oil

What's excluded

  • Low erucic acid oil (<2%) → use 151411 (Differentiated by erucic acid threshold.)

Common examples

  • Crude HEAR oil for maritime lubricants
  • Unrefined high erucic rapeseed oil for biodiesel
  • Industrial colza oil fractions

Frequently asked questions

Why is this separate from canola oil?

High erucic acid levels are restricted in food products in many jurisdictions, making this mainly an industrial commodity.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 0% - 6.4%
  • Documentation: Analysis reports must confirm erucic acid percentage.
  • Typical shipping mode: Bulk
  • Top exporters: Ukraine, Russia, Australia
  • Top importers: China, European Union, United Kingdom

Key takeaway

Industrial-focused rapeseed oil containing higher levels of erucic acid.

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