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U.S. imports of refined olive oil and fractions (HS 150990) totaled $55.5M in April 2026, traded with 28 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRefined olive oil — produced by treating lower-grade virgin oils with physical or chemical refining to reduce acidity and remove defects, without chemically modifying the glyceride structure — is classified here and is commonly blended with virgin olive oil before retail sale. The two tariff lines split by container size: under 18 kg (1509902000) for retail and 18 kg and over (1509904000) for bulk and foodservice. Spain and Italy are the dominant suppliers, with Tunisia and Turkey also contributing. Because refined olive oil is frequently blended at origin before export, importers should scrutinize blend ratios and labeling to ensure the product is correctly classified and that any 'olive oil' label claims comply with FDA standards. Admissibility is complex; consult a licensed customs broker or FDA before importing.
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Blends of refined olive oil and virgin olive oil are typically classified under heading 1509 based on the predominant character and the specific blend composition. CBP guidance and the Harmonized System Explanatory Notes indicate that such blends generally remain within heading 1509 rather than moving to 1510. Importers should obtain a detailed composition certificate from the supplier and consider a binding ruling request from CBP if the blend ratio is near a classification boundary.
FDA requires that the label accurately describe the product. A blend of refined olive oil and virgin olive oil may be labeled 'olive oil' under US standards, but the label must not mislead consumers into believing the product is virgin or extra virgin. The USDA voluntary olive oil grading standard and IOC definitions are often referenced in commercial contracts, though they are not legally binding for FDA labeling purposes.
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