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Mutton Tallow from Japan

Rendered fat from sheep (mutton), used in industrial lubricants and leather processing. Classified in HTS 1502.10.00 as fats from sheep or goats, other than heading 1503, due to its animal origin and rendering process.

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

• Include origin certificates specifying sheep source; test for moisture and impurities to meet purity standards

• Avoid mixing with goat fats without separate documentation