Lard (Rendered Pig Fat)

Heading 150110 covers lard in its rendered, unfractionated form. Heading 1503 captures lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, oleo-oil, and tallow oil — products that result from further fractionation or pressing of animal fats. Importers should confirm with their supplier whether the product has been fractionated, as that processing step moves it out of 150110 and into 1503.

USDA FSIS has jurisdiction over imported rendered lard as an animal fat product. Shipments must originate from an FSIS-eligible foreign country and an approved establishment, and are subject to reinspection at the US port of entry. Importers should verify that their supplier's establishment is on the FSIS-approved list before arranging shipment.