Pork Fat Trimmings Rendered

Rendered fat from pork trimmings during meat processing, used in pet food and low-end shortenings. Falls under HTS 1501.20.00 as other pig fat, not leaf lard or from poultry. Typically lower grade with some meat residues minimized.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1501.90.00.00Same rate: 17.5%

If containing meat or other solids

Oleostearin or other mixtures with solids classify as 'other' in 1501.90.

2301.20.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If high bone/meat content for feed

Whale/bone meal analogs with pig fat residues go to Chapter 23.

1522.00.00.00Higher: 21.3% vs 17.5%

If wool grease-like residues

Chapter note directs degras residues to 1522 regardless of animal source.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Test for protein content (<1%) to confirm pure fat status vs meat-fat mixes

β€’ APHIS VS 17-130 form for animal product imports; specify rendering kills pathogens

Related Products under HTS 1501.20.00

Rendered Pork Lard

Rendered pork lard is pure pig fat obtained by rendering pork tissues, excluding prime leaf lard, used primarily in cooking and baking. It falls under HTS 1501.20.00 as 'other pig fat' since it is not the premium leaf fat specified in the prior subheading. This classification applies to rendered fats from porcine sources beyond heading 0209 or 1503.

Industrial Pork Tallow

Industrial pork tallow is a hard rendered pig fat used in soap-making, candles, and lubricants, distinct from food-grade lard. Classified under HTS 1501.20.00 as other pig fat, it excludes leaf lard and is not from poultry or heading 0209 sources. Its primary use is non-edible industrial applications.

Bulk Rendered Pig Back Fat

Bulk rendered pig back fat is obtained from rendering the fatback layer of pork, used in food processing or animal feed. It qualifies for HTS 1501.20.00 as other pig fat, separate from premium leaf lard or poultry fats. This is typically sold in large quantities for industrial rendering.

Pork Leaf Fat Renderings (Non-Prime)

Non-prime pork leaf fat renderings are secondary grades from abdominal pig fat, used in baking shortenings. Under HTS 1501.20.00 as other pig fat, it differs from prime leaf lard in quality and yield. Not covered by heading 0209 fresh fats or 1503.

Frozen Pork Caul Fat Rendered

Frozen rendered pork caul fat from the stomach membrane is used in charcuterie and specialty foods. It is classified in HTS 1501.20.00 as other pig fat, excluding leaf lard or mixtures. Freezing preserves it for import without altering tariff classification.

Neutral Pork Fat Base

Neutralized pork fat base is steam-rendered and purified for baking and confectionery bases. Classified as other pig fat under HTS 1501.20.00, excluding prime leaf varieties. Neutralization removes impurities without denaturing.