Industrial Choice White Grease Base from Japan
Industrial choice white grease base is purified pig fat used as a raw material for metalworking fluids and cosmetics, falling under HTS 1501.20.00.40 for its high oleic acid content and stability. It is distinguished from darker grease grades by filtration.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) specifying non-food use to streamline customs review
• Watch for misdeclaration as tallow, which may invoke different veterinary requirements
• Batch-test for moisture content, as excess could lead to reclassification as unrendered fat