HS Code 151800
Chemically Modified Inedible Fats and Oils
HS code 151800 covers animal, vegetable, or microbial fats and oils that have been chemically modified (e.g., boiled, oxidised) and are typically inedible.
HS Code 151800 — Chemically Modified Inedible Fats and Oils
This code relates to fats and oils that have been chemically changed for industrial use, such as through boiling, oxidation, or dehydration. These are generally unfit for human consumption and are used in paints, varnishes, and lubricants.
What's included
- Boiled linseed oil
- Oxidised castor oil
- Dehydrated castor oil
- Sulfurised oils
What's excluded
- Biodiesel → use
382600(Biodiesel is a specific fatty acid methyl ester classified in Chapter 38.)
Common examples
- Boiled oil for timber treatment
- Epoxidised soybean oil (ESBO)
- Maleic soybean oil
- Blown fish oil for leather tanning
Frequently asked questions
Is this used for food?
No, products in this category are specifically prepared for industrial or technical purposes and are generally legally considered inedible.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 2% - 8%
- Documentation: Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is essential to identify the chemical modification.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: United States, Germany, Netherlands
- Top importers: China, India, Brazil
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Key takeaway
Strictly for industrial-grade fats and oils that have undergone chemical transformation.
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