Industrial Bovine Grease
Industrial bovine grease is a low-grade grease derived from cattle fats, used primarily for machinery lubrication or in non-food industrial applications. It falls under tariff item 1502.90.00 as an 'other' fat of bovine animals, not covered by heading 15.03, and is not denatured in a way that would trigger heading 15.18.
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 grease is specifically oleostearin or tallow oil, not emulsified or mixed
Heading 15.03 covers these specific rendered fats, which are excluded from heading 15.02.
If the grease is chemically modified or processed beyond simple rendering
Heading 15.18 covers chemically modified fats and oils, but note that merely denatured fats stay in their original heading.
If the product is a residue such as soap-stocks, oil foots, or dregs
Chapter note 4 directs soap-stocks, oil foots, dregs, and similar residues to heading 15.22.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the grease is not merely denatured, as heading 15.18 does not cover denatured fats that remain classified under their original heading
• If the grease is for industrial use, ensure it is not a waste product falling under heading 15.22, such as soap-stocks or oil foots
• Keep detailed documentation on the source and processing to support the classification
Related Products under Tariff item 1502.90.00
Bovine Suet
Raw bovine suet, the hard fat surrounding the kidneys of cattle, is a traditional cooking fat used in puddings and pastry. It is an unrendered fat of bovine animals, not falling under heading 15.03, and is therefore classified as 'other' under this tariff item.
Goat Milkfat Solids
Goat milkfat solids are concentrated fat solids extracted from goat milk, typically used as an ingredient in dairy blends, baked goods, or nutritional products. Under the Customs Tariff of Canada, these fats fall under heading 15.02 as fats of bovine animals, sheep, or goats, other than those of heading 15.03, since they are derived from goat milk and are not further processed into a heading 15.03 product.
Goat Tallow
Pure goat tallow, rendered from goat adipose tissue, is used in cosmetics and skincare for its moisturizing properties. As a fat of goats other than those of heading 15.03, it falls under this tariff item as 'other' fats.
Lard from Sheep Fat
Edible lard rendered from sheep fat, used in cooking and baking, is a fat of sheep other than those of heading 15.03. It is classified under this tariff item as 'other' fats, distinct from swine fats.
Mutton Fat Renderings
Rendered mutton fat, derived from sheep, is commonly used in pet food and industrial lubricants. As a fat of sheep other than those of heading 15.03, it is classified under this tariff item as 'other' fats.
Organic Bovine Tallow
Certified organic tallow from grass-fed bovine animals, used in health food supplements, is a rendered bovine fat. It is not of heading 15.03 and is therefore classified as 'other' fats of bovine animals under this tariff item.