Vegetable oils; palm oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified

HS code 151110 covers the import and export of crude, unmodified palm oil and its fractions. Palm oil is one of the most widely traded and consumed vegetable oils globally, with a diverse range of applications in the food, cosmetic, and biofuel industries. As a major agricultural commodity, the palm oil industry plays a significant role in the economies of major producing countries, particularly in Southeast Asia.

The production of crude palm oil typically involves the harvesting of fresh palm fruit bunches, followed by sterilization, stripping, digestion, and pressing to extract the crude oil. The oil is then clarified and purified to remove impurities, resulting in the final crude palm oil product. This process is designed to maximize the yield and quality of the oil while maintaining its natural properties.

The primary inputs for the palm oil industry include the cultivation of oil palm trees, which require specific climatic conditions and fertile soil. Additionally, the industry relies on machinery and equipment for harvesting, processing, and refining the crude oil. Labor, energy, and transportation infrastructure are also crucial inputs in the supply chain.

Crude palm oil (151110) is a versatile output that serves as a key ingredient in a wide range of products. It is commonly used in the production of 151190 Vegetable fats and oils and their fractions, refined or unrefined, but not chemically modified, 151321 (Vegetable waxes (other than triglycerides)) and 151329 Waxes, vegetable; other than triglycerides. The crude oil may also be further processed into refined palm oil, palm kernel oil, and other derivative products.