Lard from Sheep Fat

Edible lard rendered from sheep fat, used in cooking and baking. Falls under HTS 1502.90.00.00 as 'other' fats of sheep, distinct from bovine or goat fats and excluding heading 1503 swine fats.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

1503.00.00.00Same rate: 17.5%

If sourced from hogs or swine

Heading 1503 specifically covers fats of bovine animals, sheep, goats, or swine—wait, no: hierarchy indicates 1502 excludes 1503 swine.

0209Lower: 13.2% vs 17.5%

If imported as fresh tallow attached to meat

Fresh animal fats adherent to meat are classified under Chapter 2 as meat products.

1518.00.20.00Same rate: 17.5%

If fractionated or further processed

Fractions of animal fats may shift to 1518 if not merely denatured.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide lab analysis proving sheep origin to prevent confusion with swine fats in 1503

Label clearly as edible if intended for food use; inedible may require different handling

Check for organic certification if applicable, per General Statistical Note 6 standards