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SITCSection 4
U.S. imports of crude corn (maize) oil (SITC 42161) totaled $3.8M in April 2026, traded with 4 countries.
Crude Corn (Maize) Oil imports of $3.8M in April 2026 ran 24% above the year-to-date monthly average of $3.1M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataCorn oil in its crude form is a co-product of wet or dry corn milling, and its trade volume tracks closely with the scale of the US and global corn-processing industry. As a feedstock, crude corn oil is used in biodiesel production as well as food-grade refining, making it a commodity that straddles both the energy and food sectors. Importers sourcing crude corn oil should be aware that country-of-origin documentation is important given the breadth of corn cultivation globally and potential trade-remedy exposure on certain origins.
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Crude corn oil is primarily refined into food-grade edible oil for frying and salad dressings, but a growing share is directed to biodiesel and renewable diesel production. The intended end use can affect which regulatory frameworks apply — food-grade processing falls under FDA oversight, while fuel applications are governed by EPA renewable fuel standards.
Crude corn oil retains gums, waxes, free fatty acids, and pigments removed during refining, and it is classified separately from refined corn oil under SITC. Handling requirements differ as well: crude oil typically requires temperature-controlled storage to prevent gum precipitation, and it must undergo further processing before meeting food-grade standards.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $3.8M | -- | -$3.8M |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | -- | $86K | +$86K |
| GUINEA | -- | $15K | +$15K |
| ST KITTS AND NEVIS | -- | $4K | +$4K |
| MEXICO | -- | $3K | +$3K |