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

HS v2022 Code: 151511

About vegetable oils; linseed oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified

HS code 151511 covers the production and trade of crude, unmodified linseed oil, a versatile vegetable oil with a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. As a key component in the manufacturing of paints, varnishes, linoleum, and other products, linseed oil plays a vital role in the global economy, particularly in the construction, automotive, and manufacturing sectors.

Production process

Linseed oil is produced by pressing the seeds of the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum). The seeds are cleaned, dried, and then crushed or pressed to extract the oil. The resulting crude oil may undergo further processing, such as filtration or degumming, to remove impurities and improve its quality and stability.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of linseed oil are the flax seeds, which are the raw material. Additionally, the industry requires specialized machinery for seed processing, oil extraction, and refining. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also necessary for the various stages of production.

Production outputs

The main output of HS code 151511 is crude, unmodified linseed oil. This oil is then consumed by various downstream industries, including the production of 200820 paints and varnishes, 340600 linoleum and other floor coverings, and 340590 polishes and creams. The oil may also be further processed and refined for use in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries.

Revisions to 151511

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 151511. The most recent 1 version of this code (151511) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 151511.

Family tree for vegetable oils; linseed oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/15'>15: Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1515'>1515: Fixed vegetable or microbial fats and oils n.e.c. in chapter 15 (including jojoba oil) and their fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/151511'>151511: Vegetable oils; linseed oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/151519'>151519: Vegetable oils; linseed oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/151521'>151521: Vegetable oils; maize (corn) oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/151529'>151529: Vegetable oils; maize (corn) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/151530'>151530: Vegetable oils; castor oil and its fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/151550'>151550: Vegetable oils; sesame oil and its fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/151560'>151560: Vegetable oils; microbial fats and oils and their fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/151590'>151590: Fixed vegetable fats and oils and their fractions n.e.c. in heading 1515; other than linseed, maize (corn), castor, sesame, microbial oils, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified</a>"]

    

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