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SITCSection 4
U.S. imports of refined peanut (groundnut) oil & its fractions (SITC 42139) totaled $574K in April 2026, traded with 11 countries.
Importers of Refined Peanut (Groundnut) Oil & Its Fractions paid $73K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $571K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Refined Peanut (Groundnut) Oil & Its Fractions imports of $574K in April 2026 ran 15% above the year-to-date monthly average of $500K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRefined peanut oil — bleached, deodorized, and sometimes further fractionated — is valued in commercial frying and gourmet food applications for its high smoke point and clean flavor, and is a premium-priced alternative to soybean or canola oil in the US food-service market. Highly refined peanut oil is generally considered by FDA to have the peanut protein removed to levels below detectable thresholds, which affects how it is treated under allergen-labeling rules compared to cold-pressed or expeller-pressed peanut oil. Importers sourcing refined peanut oil should verify the degree of refining and protein content with the supplier, as these specifications determine both the regulatory pathway and the product's marketability to allergen-sensitive customers.
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FDA has historically taken the position that highly refined peanut oil — produced through full refining, bleaching, and deodorization — has peanut protein removed to levels not detectable by standard immunoassay methods and is therefore exempt from major food allergen labeling under FALCPA. However, cold-pressed, expeller-pressed, or extruded peanut oils retain protein and are not exempt. Importers and food manufacturers should obtain supplier documentation confirming the refining process and consult FDA guidance or legal counsel before making allergen-labeling decisions.
Fractionation of refined peanut oil yields a liquid olein fraction with a low cloud point suitable for salad dressings and cold applications, and a solid stearin fraction used in confectionery fats and shortenings. Both fractions remain classified in the same heading as the refined oil provided no chemical modification has occurred. Buyers should specify the fraction type, iodine value, and slip melting point in purchase contracts to ensure the product meets their formulation requirements.
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