What is the exact definition of crude palm oil?

Crude palm oil is the unrefined, not chemically modified vegetable oil obtained from the fruit of the oil palm, classified under HS code 151110.

How should crude palm oil be stored to maintain its quality?

It should be kept in tightly sealed, light‑proof containers at a cool temperature, away from moisture and strong odors to prevent oxidation.

Can crude palm oil be used directly in food processing?

Yes, crude palm oil can be used as a feedstock for refining into edible palm oil products, but it typically requires further processing to meet food‑grade specifications.

Crude Palm Oil

Crude palm oil is a vegetable oil extracted from palm fruit. It is sold in its unrefined, chemically unmodified form.

Prices, specifications and international trade for crude palm oil under HS 151110.

Crude Palm Oil Price

$1,167USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Crude Palm Oil Historical Unit Values

Crude palm oil is quoted in USD/t at MYS. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Crude Palm Oil Exports and Imports

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Indonesia led reported crude palm oil exports in 2025, at $3.1B.

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Crude Palm Oil Facts and HS Code

Crude palm oil belongs to vegetable oils within grains, oilseeds, oils and feed. Its customs classification covers HS 151110.

Crude Palm Oil HS Code

Product type	Raw
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Vegetable oils — Grains, oilseeds, oils and feed
HS codes	151110
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	MYS

Production & Handling

Crude palm oil handling information covers its published product form.

Production and Storage

Perishability	None
Temperature regime	Ambient

Uses & Risks

Crude palm oil uses, related products and documented risks.

Crude Palm Oil Questions

What is the exact definition of crude palm oil?: Crude palm oil is the unrefined, not chemically modified vegetable oil obtained from the fruit of the oil palm, classified under HS code 151110.
How should crude palm oil be stored to maintain its quality?: It should be kept in tightly sealed, light‑proof containers at a cool temperature, away from moisture and strong odors to prevent oxidation.
Can crude palm oil be used directly in food processing?: Yes, crude palm oil can be used as a feedstock for refining into edible palm oil products, but it typically requires further processing to meet food‑grade specifications.