Edible Lard for Baking
Premium edible lard derived from pork, stabilized for baking and pastry applications. It is classified in HTS 1501.90.00.00 as other pig fat, rendered and suitable for human consumption.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as fresh pork fatback
Fresh cuts of pork fat like fatback are meat products under Chapter 2, not rendered fats.
If chemically modified like hydrogenated
Hydrogenated or interesterified animal fats shift to heading 1516 for modified fats.
If blended with flavorings for retail
Flavored or prepared fat spreads may classify as food preparations under 2106.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include FDA prior notice and facility registration for edible animal fats
• Test for peroxide value to ensure freshness and avoid spoilage claims at entry
• Declare as 'edible' explicitly to differentiate from technical grades
Related Products under HTS 1501.90.00.00
Lard
Rendered pig fat, commonly known as lard, used in cooking, baking, and food manufacturing. It falls under HTS 1501.90.00.00 as pig fat other than that of heading 0209 or 1503, specifically the rendered form excluding fresh fats.
Poultry Rendering Fat
Fat rendered from poultry carcasses, used in animal feed, pet food, and industrial applications. Classified under HTS 1501.90.00.00 as poultry fat other than heading 0209 or 1503.
Technical Pig Fat for Soap Making
Industrial-grade pig fat used as a base for soap and detergent production. Falls under HTS 1501.90.00.00 as other pig fat, not for direct food use.
Duck Fat Rendered
Rendered fat from ducks, popular in gourmet cooking for confit and roasting. Classified under HTS 1501.90.00.00 as other poultry fat.
Goose Fat for Culinary Use
Rendered goose fat valued in European cuisines for frying potatoes and meats. It is other poultry fat under HTS 1501.90.00.00.
Pork Leaf Lard
High-quality leaf lard from pork kidney fat, prized for its neutral flavor in pie crusts. Classified as other pig fat in HTS 1501.90.00.00.