Back Fat Rendered Pig Fat from Japan
Rendered fat from pig back, used in sausage production and as a cooking base. HTS 1501.20.00.80 applies to this other pig fat, processed beyond fresh state. It provides essential flavor in processed meats.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document rendering process to distinguish from fresh back fat under 0203 or 0209
• Avoid common pitfall of bulk packaging mislabeled as 'fresh' leading to Chapter 02 duties
• Include veterinary certificates for animal product traceability