Dregs from Tallow Rendering from Mexico
Tallow dregs are the watery, proteinaceous residues from high-temperature rendering of beef fat. HTS 1522.00.00.00 covers these as residues from animal fatty substance treatment. Utilized in pet food or biogas production.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• APHIS import permit mandatory for ruminant-derived residues
• Moisture content over 15% confirms dregs vs tallow oil under 1501
• Specify rendering temperature to validate residue formation