Inedible Bovine Tallow from Japan
Rendered fat from bovine animals, specifically inedible tallow used primarily in industrial applications such as soap manufacturing, leather tanning, and as a lubricant base. Classified under HTS 1502.10.0040 as inedible tallow from bovine animals, excluding those of heading 1503 which covers edible grades.
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
• Verify inedible status with processing certificates to avoid reclassification as edible under 1501 or 1503
• Include veterinary health certificates confirming origin and non-ruminant feed compliance per FDA regulations
• Declare exact fat content and ensure no water or impurities exceed statistical note thresholds for kg cmsc