Palm Oil Super Olein
Palm oil super olein is a highly liquid fraction obtained through double fractionation of palm oil, without chemical modification. It is used for clear frying oils and spray oils, and is classified under tariff item 1511.90.00 as an 'other' refined palm oil fraction.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the super olein is unrefined
Crude palm oil fractions are classified separately.
If blended with other vegetable oils for cooking
Edible oil mixtures fall under heading 15.17.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the fractionation process (e.g
• dry or solvent) to show no chemical change
• Ensure iodine value and cloud point specifications match super olein standards
• Declare the product as a palm oil fraction, not a blend, for correct classification
Related Products under Tariff item 1511.90.00
Bleached Palm Mid-Fraction
Bleached palm mid-fraction is a refined palm oil fraction obtained through physical processing to remove color impurities, without chemical modification. It is used in chocolate spreads and bakery fats, and falls under tariff item 1511.90.00 as an 'other' palm oil fraction that is refined but not chemically altered.
Neutralized Palm Oil Fraction
Neutralized palm oil fraction is a palm oil fraction processed to remove free fatty acids through neutralization, a physical or chemical refining step, but not chemically modified in structure. It is used in edible fat blends and is classified under tariff item 1511.90.00 as an 'other' refined palm oil fraction.
Palm Fatty Fraction for Confectionery
Palm fatty fraction for confectionery is a specialized palm stearin fraction with a sharp melting profile, tailored for chocolate and confectionery coatings. It is a refined, non-chemically modified palm oil fraction, classified under tariff item 1511.90.00 as 'other'.
Palm Stearin
Palm stearin is the solid fraction separated from palm oil through fractionation, without chemical modification. It is commonly used in shortenings, confectionery fats, and soap bases, and falls under tariff item 1511.90.00 as an 'other' palm oil fraction.
RBD Palm Olein
RBD palm olein is refined, bleached, and deodorized palm olein, processed through physical refining for food-grade use in salad oils. Deodorization is a physical process, not chemical modification, so it is classified under tariff item 1511.90.00 as an 'other' palm oil fraction.
Refined Palm Olein
Refined palm olein is the liquid fraction obtained from palm oil fractionation, used primarily in cooking oils and margarine production. It is refined but not chemically modified, and is classified under tariff item 1511.90.00 as an 'other' palm oil fraction.