Refined Corn Oil
Refined corn oil is extracted from maize kernels, purified to remove impurities, and used primarily for cooking and frying. It falls under HTS 1515.29.00 as a fraction of corn oil that is refined but not chemically modified, distinguishing it from crude versions in 1515.21.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If crude or unrefined
Crude corn oil, not subjected to refining processes, is classified separately before purification steps.
If chemically modified like hydrogenated
Chemical alterations such as hydrogenation move it out of heading 1515 to other fixed vegetable fats.
If soy-derived instead of corn
Soybean oil fractions fall under a different subheading within the same chapter based on source oil.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify refinement process documentation to confirm no chemical modification, as that shifts classification to Chapter 15 headings like 1515.90
• Include certificates of analysis showing peroxide value and free fatty acid content to prove purity standards for food-grade imports
• Label clearly as 'refined corn oil' to avoid misclassification as crude oil under 1515.21.00
Related Products under HTS 1515.29.00
Corn Oil Lecithin Fraction
Corn oil lecithin is a phospholipid fraction separated from corn oil through degumming, used as an emulsifier in food and cosmetics. Classified under HTS 1515.29.00 as an unmixed fraction of corn oil, not chemically modified.
Degummed Corn Oil
Degummed corn oil has gums and phospholipids removed via water or acid treatment, a preliminary refining step for edible oil production. It qualifies for HTS 1515.29.00 as a refined fraction of corn oil without chemical modification.
Neutralized Corn Oil
Neutralized corn oil undergoes alkali treatment to remove free fatty acids, producing a stable oil for salad dressings and margarine. HTS 1515.29.00 covers this as a refined, unmixed corn oil fraction.
Bleached Corn Oil
Bleached corn oil is treated with adsorbents like clay to remove color pigments, enhancing clarity for consumer packaging. It is classified in HTS 1515.29.00 as other refined corn oil fractions.
Deodorized Corn Oil
Deodorized corn oil is steam-stripped under vacuum to eliminate odors and volatile compounds, yielding premium frying oil. Falls under HTS 1515.29.00 for fully refined corn oil fractions.
Winterized Corn Oil
Winterized corn oil has waxes and high-melting triglycerides removed by chilling and filtration for salad oil clarity. Classified as HTS 1515.29.00 other corn oil fraction, refined physically.