Back Fat Lard
Back fat lard is rendered from the layer of fat on the hog's back, producing a firm, versatile cooking fat used in frying and soap-making. It solidifies at room temperature and is classified under tariff item 1501.10.00 as lard, not excluded by Chapter 15 notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the lard is not rendered and is fresh, chilled, or frozen pig fat.
Heading 15.03 covers lard stearin, lard oil, and oleostearin, but fresh pig fat may be classified under 02.09.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the lard is rendered and not raw pig fat, which may fall under heading 02.09
• Declare the product as 'lard' with the correct HS code 1501.10.00 to avoid reclassification
• Verify if any import permits are needed for animal-derived products
Related Products under Tariff item 1501.10.00
Bulk Lard for Baking
Bulk lard for baking is rendered hog fat packaged in large drums for industrial bakery use, providing flakiness in pastries. It is pure lard, not mixed with other fats or oils, and falls under tariff item 1501.10.00.
Leaf Lard
Leaf lard is premium-quality lard rendered from the fat surrounding the hog's kidneys and loin area, known for its mild flavor and high smoke point. It is prized for pie crusts and pastries and is classified under tariff item 1501.10.00 as lard.
Organic Rendered Lard
Organic rendered lard is produced from hogs raised without synthetic pesticides or antibiotics, rendered into pure fat for health-conscious cooking. It is certified organic and falls under tariff item 1501.10.00 as lard, not excluded by Chapter 15 notes.
Premier White Lard
Premier white lard is a highly refined, bleached, and deodorized hog fat with neutral flavor, ideal for commercial baking and food processing. It has a high melting point and is classified under tariff item 1501.10.00 as lard.
Pure Rendered Lard
Pure rendered lard is pig fat obtained by rendering fresh fat from the back, leaf, and plate of the hog carcass. It is a white, semi-solid fat used primarily in cooking and baking and falls under tariff item 1501.10.00.