Back Fat Lard from Mexico
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. This fits HTS 1501.10.00.00 as standard rendered lard from hog sources.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use precise invoices stating 'rendered hog back fat lard' to align with HTS description
• Ensure no poultry fat contamination, as that would require heading 1501.30 classification
• Test for purity; adulterated lard risks penalties or reclassification under mixtures