Tallow-Based Foundry Mold Release Agent from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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