HTS US: 1509.XX.XXXX
Description
Heading 1509 encompasses olive oil and its fractions, whether refined or unrefined, provided they have not undergone chemical modification. This includes various grades of olive oil such as extra virgin, virgin, and other virgin olive oils, as well as other types of olive oil products. The classification also differentiates based on packaging weight and organic certification status.
The oils covered here are primarily used for edible purposes and are obtained from the fruit of the olive tree by mechanical or other physical means without altering the chemical structure.
Code Hierarchy
- Section II: Vegetable Products (Chapters 06-14)
- Chapter 15: Animal or Vegetable Fats and Oils and Their Cleavage Products; Prepared Edible Fats; Animal or Vegetable Waxes
- Heading 1509: Olive oil and its fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
1509.XX.XXXX– Final digits specify grade, packaging, and organic status.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HS heading 1509 is subdivided into specific 6-digit and 10-digit codes that identify the type of olive oil, packaging weight, and whether the product is certified organic.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1509.20 | Extra virgin olive oil | Highest quality olive oil, mechanically extracted, low acidity. |
| 1509.20.20 | Weighing with the immediate container under 18 kg | Typically bottles or small containers for retail sale. |
| 1509.20.20.30 | Certified organic | Extra virgin olive oil with organic certification. |
| 1509.20.20.90 | Other | Non-organic extra virgin oils in containers under 18 kg. |
| 1509.20.90 | Other | Extra virgin olive oil in containers 18 kg or more. |
| 1509.20.90.30 | Certified organic | Organic extra virgin olive oil in bulk or large containers. |
| 1509.20.90.90 | Other | Non-organic extra virgin olive oil in bulk packaging. |
| 1509.30 | Virgin olive oil | Good quality olive oil, slightly higher acidity than extra virgin. |
| 1509.30.20 | Weighing with the immediate container under 18 kg | Retail size virgin olive oil containers. |
| 1509.30.20.30 | Certified organic | Organic virgin olive oil in small containers. |
| 1509.30.20.90 | Other | Non-organic virgin olive oil in small packaging. |
| 1509.30.90 | Other | Virgin olive oil in bulk or larger containers. |
| 1509.30.90.30 | Certified organic | Organic virgin olive oil in bulk packaging. |
| 1509.30.90.90 | Other | Non-organic virgin olive oil in bulk containers. |
| 1509.40 | Other virgin olive oils | Includes olive oils classified as virgin but not meeting extra virgin or virgin standards. |
| 1509.40.20 | Weighing with the immediate container under 18 kg | Retail packaging under 18 kg. |
| 1509.40.20.30 | Certified organic | Organic certified other virgin olive oils in small containers. |
| 1509.40.20.90 | Other | Non-organic other virgin olive oils under 18 kg. |
| 1509.40.90 | Other | Other virgin olive oils in bulk packaging. |
| 1509.40.90.30 | Certified organic | Organic other virgin olive oils in bulk containers. |
| 1509.40.90.90 | Other | Non-organic other virgin olive oils in bulk. |
| 1509.90 | Other | Other olive oils and fractions not classified above. |
| 1509.90.20.00 | Weighing with the immediate container under 18 kg | Other olive oils in retail packaging. |
| 1509.90.40.00 | Other | Other olive oils in bulk packaging. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note these exclusions:
- Chemically modified olive oils, such as hydrogenated or deodorized oils, are excluded and classified under other headings.
- Olive pomace oil and its fractions are covered under a different heading (1510).
- Olives themselves (the fruit) fall under Chapter 8, not under this heading.
Notes
- Certification and Labeling: The organic certification codes indicate compliance with organic farming and processing standards recognized by authorities.
- Packaging Weight: The distinction at 18 kg identifies retail packaging versus bulk containers, which affects tariff classification and import documentation.
- Duty Rates: Import duty rates vary depending on the exact subheading and packaging type; many olive oils benefit from preferential trade agreements.
Declaration Example
Product: Certified organic extra virgin olive oil in 500 ml retail bottles.US HTS Code:
1509.20.20.30(Certified organic, extra virgin olive oil, container under 18 kg)Unit of Quantity: Liter (L) or Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS schedules; often low or duty-free under trade agreements.
Additional Requirements: Certification documents proving organic status; compliance with FDA food labeling regulations.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 1509.10: Olive oil produced by solvent extraction or re-esterification of triglycerides.
- HTS 1510: Olive pomace oil and its fractions.
- HTS 0809: Olives, fresh or preserved.
- HTS 1507: Soybean oil and its fractions.
