Vegetable oils; oils and their fractions n.e.c. in chapter 15, obtained solely from olives, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, including blends of these oils or fractions with oils or fractions of heading no. 1509 (heading 1510): importing markets
HS 1510 covers oils obtained solely from olives that are not virgin oil, including refined olive oil and blends with virgin oil. In 2025, Spain, Italy…
Published on 8 November 2026Updated on 8 November 2026
HS 1510 covers oils obtained solely from olives that are not virgin oil, including refined olive oil and blends with virgin oil. In 2025, Spain, Italy and the United States were the three largest importers declared in UN Comtrade, with Spain at about USD 99.5 million. For a company exporting from Spain, tariff and requirements depend on the destination.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2025Verified on 8 November 2026
Fact sheet
- Code
- 1510
- Chapter
- 15 · Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes
- Subheadings
- 3
Main importing markets
USD · 2025| Country | Imports (USD) |
|---|---|
| Spain | 99,489,942 |
| Italy | 74,475,929 |
| United States | 67,266,028 |
| Saudi Arabia | 33,942,213 |
| Portugal | 25,153,440 |
| Mexico | 17,907,511 |
| United Kingdom | 16,345,741 |
| Germany | 16,330,202 |
| China | 16,097,576 |
| South Korea | 13,565,019 |
| Poland | 12,463,038 |
| Qatar | 9,346,464 |
| Japan | 7,136,097 |
| Canada | 6,954,601 |
| Azerbaijan | 6,790,187 |
Imports declared by each country from the world. Countries report with a delay: the period is the latest with consolidated data.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2025Verified on 8 November 2026
What to know before exporting HS 1510
Heading 1510 is the code for olive oils obtained solely from olives, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. It also includes blends of these oils or fractions with those of heading 1509. Virgin olive oil falls under 1509, so the first check is which heading your product belongs to.
The three subheadings of 1510 are the next check. The correct code depends on the product's characteristics, such as whether it is crude or refined. Confirm it against the product specification before filling in the customs declaration, because the subheading determines the duty and the documents requested.
The importer ranking shows where demand is concentrated. Spain and Italy lead the list, and the United States ranks third. Spain and Italy are also major olive oil producers, so their imports may reflect processing, blending and re-export trade, not only final consumption. Study each market's role before treating it as an outlet.
The figures are imports declared by each country from the world, not purchases from Spain. They show the size of each market, not your share of it. To measure your real opportunity, compare them with trade flows from Spain to each destination in the same source.
For a company exporting from Spain, the duty depends on the destination, the subheading and the agreement in force. Within the European Union there are no customs duties, but outside it the rate varies. Check the destination's rate and its rules of origin in Access2Markets, and the EU's own tariff in TARIC.
Non-tariff requirements also differ by destination: labelling, product quality standards and sanitary documents. They are listed by market and product in Access2Markets. Ask your importer or customs agent to confirm them in writing before the first shipment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between HS 1509 and HS 1510?
Heading 1509 covers virgin olive oil, obtained by mechanical or physical processes. Heading 1510 covers other oils obtained solely from olives, such as refined oil, and blends of these with virgin oil. The classification depends on the product's characteristics, so check it against the product specification.
Which countries import the most under HS 1510?
In 2025, according to UN Comtrade, the largest importers were Spain, Italy and the United States, followed by Saudi Arabia and Portugal. The figures are imports declared by each country from the world. Countries report with a delay, so the latest consolidated period is used.
Do these import figures show how much Spain sells to each country?
No. They record what each country imports from all suppliers combined. To know Spain's share in a market, consult bilateral trade flows from Spain to that destination in UN Comtrade for the same period.
Where do I find the duty for exporting HS 1510 from Spain?
In Access2Markets, selecting the product code and the destination country. The duty depends on the subheading and on the trade agreement between the EU and the destination. Inside the EU single market no customs duty applies.
Is the subheading important when declaring the goods?
Yes. Heading 1510 has three subheadings, and the duty and documentary requirements can vary between them. Assign the subheading from the product's characteristics and check it with your customs agent before shipping.
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