1501.20.00/Pork Backfat for Rendering/Japan

Pork Backfat for Rendering from Japan

Pork backfat collected for rendering into general pig fat, used in foodservice frying. Under HTS 1501.20.00 post-rendering as other pig fat. Pre-rendered fat not qualifying as leaf.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Invoice as 'rendered' not 'raw'; raw may require different ag inspections

• EU exports need TRACES cert for non-ruminant fats

• FFA (free fatty acids) under 2% ideal for food grade acceptance