Crude Corn Oil
Unrefined corn oil extracted from maize germ, containing impurities and free fatty acids, used primarily for further refining into edible oil. It falls under HTS 1515.21.00.00 as crude corn (maize) oil, which is a fixed vegetable oil not chemically modified. This classification applies to the initial extraction product before any refining processes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If degummed, neutralized, or bleached
Partially refined corn oil moves to 'other' fractions, even if not fully refined, per heading distinctions.
If imported as microbial corn oil equivalent
Microbial fats mimicking corn oil composition fall under microbial oils in the 'other' subheading.
If corn germ residues exceed oil content
Excessive bran or germ makes it corn bran bran rather than primarily oil.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the oil is truly crude (unrefined) with acid value > specific threshold to avoid reclassification as refined under 1515.29
• Provide certificates of analysis showing free fatty acid content and lack of chemical modification for customs compliance
Related Products under HTS 1515.21.00.00
Industrial Crude Corn Germ Oil
Crude oil derived from corn germ for non-edible industrial uses like biodiesel feedstock or soap production. HTS 1515.21.00.00 covers this as crude maize oil, regardless of end use, as long as not refined or modified. High free fatty acid content typical.
Bulk Tanker Crude Maize Oil
Large-volume crude corn oil shipped in bulk tankers for refinery processing. HTS 1515.21.00.00 applies to this crude vegetable oil form. Not packaged for retail.
Virgin Crude Maize Oil
Cold-pressed crude oil from maize kernels without heat or solvents, retaining natural impurities for industrial or food processing. Classified under HTS 1515.21.00.00 for crude corn oil fractions. Not chemically modified, distinguishing it from refined products.
Expeller-Pressed Crude Corn Oil
Crude corn oil produced via mechanical expeller pressing without chemical solvents, used in refining for cooking oil. Fits HTS 1515.21.00.00 as unrefined maize oil fraction. Retains phospholipids and impurities.
Organic Crude Corn Oil
Certified organic crude oil from non-GMO maize, unrefined for natural food processing. Classified in HTS 1515.21.00.00 as crude corn oil; organic status tracked via statistical notes. No chemical treatments applied.
High-Oleic Crude Corn Oil
Crude oil from genetically modified high-oleic corn varieties, extracted crude for health-focused refining. Remains under HTS 1515.21.00.00 as crude maize oil; composition doesn't alter crude status. Used in premium edible oils.