Rendered Lard for Baking from Mexico
Pure rendered pig fat, commonly known as lard, used in baking pastries and pie crusts for its flakiness and flavor. Classified under HTS 1501.20.00.80 as other pig fat excluding heading 0209 or 1503, distinct from fresh fats or specific poultry exclusions. It is shelf-stable and widely used in food manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify purity and rendering process documentation to confirm classification as processed pig fat, avoiding confusion with fresh pork fats under Chapter 02
• Include certificates of origin and food safety compliance (e.g
• FDA prior notice) to prevent holds at customs
• Check for additives; if merely denatured per Chapter Note to 1518, reclassify to undenatured heading