Edible Lard for Baking
Premium edible lard derived from pork, stabilized for baking and pastry applications. This rendered pig fat is classifiable under tariff item 1501.90.00 as other pig fat, excluding products of heading 02.09 or 15.03, and is not excluded by chapter 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 specifically lard stearin or oleostearin
Lard stearin and oleostearin are separately classified under heading 15.03.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the lard is rendered and not merely fresh or chilled pig fat of heading 02.09
• Provide documentation that the lard is stabilized and suitable for human consumption to avoid reclassification
• Verify compliance with CFIA labeling and food safety standards for edible fats
Related Products under Tariff item 1501.90.00
Chicken Fat for Pet Food
Rendered chicken fat specifically prepared as a high-energy ingredient for pet food formulations. This product is poultry fat of heading 15.01, other than that of heading 02.09, and is not excluded by the chapter notes, making it classifiable under tariff item 1501.90.00.
Duck Fat Rendered
Rendered duck fat, a culinary product prized for confit and roasting applications. As poultry fat of heading 15.01, other than that of heading 02.09, it is classifiable under tariff item 1501.90.00, provided it is not excluded by chapter note 1.
Goose Fat for Culinary Use
Rendered goose fat, valued in European cuisines for frying potatoes and meats. As poultry fat of heading 15.01, other than that of heading 02.09, it falls under tariff item 1501.90.00, subject to chapter note exclusions.
Lard
Rendered pig fat, commonly known as lard, used in cooking, baking, and food manufacturing. This product is pig fat of heading 15.01, other than that of heading 02.09 or 15.03, and is classifiable under tariff item 1501.90.00.
Pork Leaf Lard
High-quality leaf lard from pork kidney fat, prized for its neutral flavor in pie crusts. As rendered pig fat of heading 15.01, other than that of heading 02.09 or 15.03, it is classifiable under tariff item 1501.90.00.
Poultry Rendering Fat
Fat rendered from poultry carcasses, used in animal feed, pet food, and industrial applications. This poultry fat of heading 15.01, other than that of heading 02.09, is classifiable under tariff item 1501.90.00, unless excluded by chapter notes.