Lard Stearin
Lard stearin is the solid fraction obtained from the fractionation of rendered pork lard, consisting primarily of saturated fatty acids such as stearic and palmitic acids. It is not emulsified or otherwise prepared, and is used in shortenings, margarine, and baking applications.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is unrendered pig fat
Unrendered pig fat is classified in heading 15.01, not as a rendered fraction in heading 15.03.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is free of emulsifiers or other additives to stay within heading 15.03
• Provide a detailed product specification sheet to customs officers
• If the lard stearin is denatured, it may still fall under this heading unless it meets the conditions of note 3 to chapter 15
Related Products under Tariff item 1503.00.00
Edible Lard Stearin
Edible lard stearin is the food-grade solid fraction obtained from pork lard through rendering and fractionation, consisting mainly of saturated fatty acids. It is not emulsified, mixed, or otherwise prepared, and is used as a bakery fat or shortening ingredient.
Lard Oil
Lard oil is the liquid fraction separated from rendered pork lard through chilling and fractionation, rich in unsaturated fatty acids. It is a direct derivative of lard, not emulsified or mixed, and is used in cooking oils, lubricants, and industrial applications.
Oleo-Oil
Oleo-oil is the liquid olein fraction extracted from beef tallow via fractionation, valued for its low melting point. It is not emulsified or mixed, and is commonly used in margarine production, cooking oils, and as a lubricant.
Oleostearin
Oleostearin is the solid stearine fraction obtained from beef tallow through a fractionation process, high in saturated fats. It is not emulsified or otherwise prepared, and is used in shortenings, confectionery fats, and industrial applications.
Premier Jus Tallow Oil
Premier jus tallow oil is a high-grade, first-press tallow oil obtained from beef fat rendering, prized for its purity. It is not emulsified or mixed, and is used in premium shortenings, pharmaceutical bases, and high-quality cooking applications.
Tallow Oil
Tallow oil is the fluid fraction derived from rendered bovine or sheep fat through pressing or fractionation. It is not emulsified or prepared further, and is used in biofuels, cosmetics, and industrial lubricants.