Tallow Methyl Ester Mixture from Germany
Mixture of fatty acid methyl esters derived from animal tallow fats, used in oleochemical manufacturing and biofuels. HTS 3824.99.4140 covers such animal/vegetable fatty substance mixtures prepared for chemical industry use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include veterinary certificates confirming tallow source compliance with USDA APHIS import requirements
• Document transesterification process to differentiate from crude animal fats (Chapter 15) or soaps (Chapter 34)
• Monitor for Category 3 BSE risk material restrictions when importing from certain countries