Technical Sheep Tallow from China
Inedible rendered fat derived from sheep carcasses, utilized in the production of industrial soaps, candles, and as a component in animal feed additives. Falls under HTS 1502.10.0040 as inedible tallow from sheep, distinct from edible sheep fats.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Provide origin certificates specifying sheep source to differentiate from bovine tallow mixtures
• Comply with USDA import permits for inedible animal fats to prevent biosecurity issues
• Test for milk solids content if blended, reporting accurately per statistical note kg cmsc