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Tallow-Based Foundry Mold Release Agent from Germany

A mixture derived from animal tallow used as a release agent in foundry mold production to prevent sticking of sand molds to castings. It falls under HTS 3824.99.41 as a fatty substance of animal origin prepared for industrial use in metal casting processes. The product consists primarily of refined beef tallow blended with minor additives for stability.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify animal origin certification to avoid reclassification under vegetable fats; ensure SDS documentation complies with TSCA; test for purity to meet 3824.99.41 fatty substance criteria