Tallow Methyl Ester Mixture from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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