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%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
• 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