1516.10.00.00/Inter-esterified Pork Lard/Japan

Inter-esterified Pork Lard from Japan

Pork lard modified via inter-esterification for improved texture in shortenings. Under HTS 1516.10.00.00 for animal fats chemically altered but not further prepared.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Declare exact modification process to customs for verification

• Monitor EU import quotas if transshipping through Europe

• Separate from vegetable blends to maintain pure animal classification