HS Code 151710
Margarine (Solid)
HS code 151710 covers solid or plastic margarine, excluding liquid varieties, processed as an edible emulsion of fats and oils for domestic or commercial use.
6-digit Section IIIReefer
HS Code 151710 — Margarine (Solid)
Margarine is a solid emulsion of fats and water, usually vegetable-based, used as a spread or for baking. It differs from modified oils because it is a finished food preparation with additives like salt and emulsifiers.
What's included
- Table margarine
- Bakers' margarine
- Vegetable fat spreads
- Low-fat margarine
What's excluded
- Liquid margarine → use
151790(Liquid margarine is specifically excluded from this subheading and moved to 'other'.) - Butter → use
040510(Butter is a dairy product from animal milk.)
Common examples
- Unsalted table margarine tub
- Industrial pastry margarine blocks
- Vegan margarine spreads
- 25kg blocks of baking margarine
Frequently asked questions
Is vegan butter classified here?
Yes, most plant-based or vegan butters are legally classified as margarine under this HS code.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 10% - 40% (high due to agricultural protection)
- Documentation: Health certificate and ingredient disclosures are mandatory for food safety.
- Typical shipping mode: Reefer
- Top exporters: Netherlands, Belgium, Malaysia, Turkey
- Top importers: United Kingdom, France, Germany
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Key takeaway
Covers solid fat-water emulsions used as dairy-free alternatives to butter.
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