Industrial Pig Fat for Soap Base from Japan
Bulk rendered pig fat supplied to soap manufacturers before further processing into soap-stocks. Classified in HTS 1501.20.00.80 as other pig fat, prior to residue formation under 1522. High volume for oleochemical production.
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
• State end-use as 'pre-soap rendering' to justify classification before 1522 residues