India Export Policy Checker
15162021 Free

Food manufacturers and snack producers use hydrogenated groundnut oil for its stability and shelf-life in packaged foods.

HSN code 15162021 is classified as Free under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — no export license is required.

Free — No License Required

This product may be freely exported/imported from India without a license.

HSN Code Details

Full HSN Code
15162021
Policy
Free
Chapter
15
Heading
1516
Description

Groundnut (peanut) oil, edible grade, wholly or partly hydrogenated, is classified under this specific code.

Export Considerations

This edible oil requires food-grade sealed containers with protection from light and heat; the product is freely exportable from India without a license.

Related HSN Codes (Heading 1516)

  • 1516HYDROGENATED, INTER- ESTERIFIED, REESTERIFIED OR ELAIDINISED, WHETHER OR NOT REFINED, BUT NOT FURTHER PREPAREDFree
  • 15161000Animal fats and oils and theirProhibited
  • 151620Vegetable fats and oils andFree
  • 15162011Cotton seed oil: ---- EdibleFree
  • 15162019Cotton seed oil: ---- OtherFree
  • 15162029Groundnut oil: ---- OtherFree

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a license to export HSN 15162021 from India?

No. HSN 15162021 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.

What is HSN code 15162021 used for?

HSN 15162021 covers edible-grade hydrogenated groundnut (peanut) oil.

Which chapter and heading does HSN 15162021 belong to?

HSN 15162021 falls under Chapter 15 and Heading 1516 of India's customs tariff schedule.

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Data source: DGFT ITC(HS) Schedule. Always verify with official notifications before shipping.