What is palm kernel oil?

Palm kernel oil is a vegetable oil obtained from the kernel of the oil palm fruit. It is classified as a crude oil that is not chemically modified.

How is crude palm kernel oil specified for technical or industrial use?

Crude palm kernel oil for technical or industrial use is listed under HS subheading 15132110 and is described as a crude oil intended for non‑food applications such as soap manufacture or other industrial processes.

Palm Kernel Oil

Palm kernel oil is a vegetable oil obtained from the seed of the oil palm. It is traded in its crude, unmodified form.

Prices, specifications and international trade for palm kernel oil under HS 151321.

Palm Kernel Oil Price

$1,997USD/t

Published reference · Jun 1, 2026

Palm Kernel Oil Historical Unit Values

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

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Palm Kernel Oil Exports and Imports

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Malaysia led reported palm kernel oil exports in 2025, at $457M.

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Palm Kernel Oil Specifications and Quality

Palm kernel oil grading factors include Crude status.

Grading Factors

Quality assessment for palm kernel oil considers Crude status.

Crude status
Oil is classified as crude and not chemically modified.

Palm Kernel Oil Facts and HS Code

Palm kernel oil belongs to vegetable oils within grains, oilseeds, oils and feed. Its customs classification covers HS 151321.

Palm Kernel Oil HS Code

Product type	Raw
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Vegetable oils — Grains, oilseeds, oils and feed
HS codes	151321
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	MYS

Production & Handling

Palm kernel oil handling information covers its published product form.

Production and Storage

Perishability	None
Temperature regime	Ambient

Uses & Risks

Palm kernel oil uses, related products and documented risks.

Sourcing risks

Risk	Category	Severity	Mitigation
EU import restrictions PolicyMedium Entry of crude palm kernel oil into the European Union is subject to specific conditions under EU Regulation (EU) No 952/2013, creating compliance and market access risk.	Policy	Medium	Ensure certification and documentation meet EU regulatory requirements before shipment.

Palm Kernel Oil Questions

What is palm kernel oil?: Palm kernel oil is a vegetable oil obtained from the kernel of the oil palm fruit. It is classified as a crude oil that is not chemically modified.
How is crude palm kernel oil specified for technical or industrial use?: Crude palm kernel oil for technical or industrial use is listed under HS subheading 15132110 and is described as a crude oil intended for non‑food applications such as soap manufacture or other industrial processes.