Lard Stearin from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• 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