HTS 15162010 — Rapeseed oil
Imports classified under 15162010 — part of heading 1516, Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinized, whether or not refined, but not further prepared, in Chapter 15 (Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). For this line, a general tariff of 7.7% applies. Preferential treatment is available under Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG).
Tariff rates for 15162010
| Rate type | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General (Column 1) | 7.7% | Applies to countries without a preferential agreement, i.e. about 7.7% ad valorem on the customs value. |
| Special | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | Reduced or free rates for designated program countries (see code legend on the USITC site). |
| Column 2 | 12.5% | Statutory rate applied to the few economies without normal-trade-relations status. |
Reporting units
Entry summaries for 15162010 must be declared in: kg (kg = kilograms). A single quantitative measure accompanies the ad valorem component on the entry summary.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a Section 301 tariff on 15162010?
Section 301 actions apply by exact HTS line. This page shows the permanent schedule rate (7.7%) for 15162010; check the current 301 annexes or our dedicated Section 301 tariffs guide to see whether trade-remedy duties stack on top for your origin country.
What unit is used to declare 15162010?
US Customs declares 15162010 using the reporting unit(s) “kg” (kg = kilograms). When several units apply, each is reported on entry documents and may drive different ad-valorem-equivalent treatment.
Does 15162010 qualify for a free or reduced rate?
Many preferential programs reduce the general rate. The Special column above lists the program codes that qualify for duty-free or reduced treatment under recent trade agreements.
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Data as of October 9, 2026 · Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (line 1516.20.10.00). Rates are informational and not a binding customs ruling.