Vegetable oils; palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified

HS v2017 Code: 151329

About vegetable oils; palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified

HS code 151329 covers a range of processed vegetable oils, including palm kernel and babassu oils, that have undergone refining or other processing but have not been chemically modified. These oils are widely used in the food, cosmetic, and industrial sectors, playing a crucial role in the global economy. Their versatility and diverse applications make them an important commodity in international trade.

Production process

The production of the oils covered under HS code 151329 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw palm kernels or babassu nuts are harvested and processed to extract the crude oil. This crude oil is then refined, bleached, and deodorized to remove impurities and improve its quality and stability. Depending on the intended use, the refined oil may undergo further processing, such as fractionation, to separate the different components and produce specialized products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the oils under HS code 151329 are the raw palm kernels or babassu nuts, which serve as the primary feedstock. Additionally, the refining process requires various chemicals, such as acids, alkalis, and bleaching agents, as well as specialized equipment like expellers, centrifuges, and distillation columns. Energy sources, such as electricity or steam, are also essential for the various stages of production.

Production outputs

The oils produced under HS code 151329 have a wide range of applications. They are commonly used in the food industry as cooking oils, frying oils, and ingredients in processed foods. The refined oils are also used in the cosmetic and personal care industry, where they are found in products like lotions, creams, and soaps. Additionally, these oils are used in the production of 340300 Lubricating preparations and 382490 Chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries, not elsewhere specified or included.

Revisions to 151329

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 151329. The most recent 1 version of this code (151329) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 151329 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for vegetable oils; palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/15'>15: Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared animal fats; animal or vegetable waxes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/1513'>1513: Coconut (copra), palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions; whether or not refined but not chemically modified</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/151329'>151329: Vegetable oils; palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/151311'>151311: Vegetable oils; coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/151319'>151319: Vegetable oils; coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/151321'>151321: Vegetable oils; palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified</a>"]

    

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