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HSChapter 15
Lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, oleo-oil, and tallow oil in their unemulsified, unprepared forms are covered under a single 10-digit line (1503000000). These fractionated animal fats serve as specialty inputs in confectionery, margarine, and industrial lubricant manufacturing, where their distinct melting profiles and fatty acid compositions are valued. Classification here requires that the product not be emulsified, mixed, or otherwise prepared — any such processing typically shifts the product to a different chapter. Because these are animal-derived fat products, USDA FSIS admissibility rules may apply depending on the specific product and its intended use; verify with a licensed customs broker or FSIS before importing.
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If the fat has been emulsified, blended with other ingredients, or otherwise prepared for a specific end use (such as a compound shortening), it typically moves out of heading 1503 into Chapter 15 headings covering prepared fats or into Chapter 21 for food preparations. The 'not emulsified or prepared' condition is the key classification gate.
Both are animal-derived fat products and may be subject to USDA FSIS review depending on their intended use and the species of origin. Importers should confirm whether the specific product requires an FSIS-approved foreign establishment certificate and port-of-entry reinspection. Consult a licensed customs broker or FSIS for guidance specific to your shipment.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1503000000 | LARD STEARIN/LARD OIL/ETC NT EMULSIFIED OR PREPRD | $1.3M |
LARD STEARIN/LARD OIL/ETC NT EMULSIFIED OR PREPRD
1.2M kg
EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL AND ITS FRACTIONS
HS 150920
RAPESEED/COLZA OIL & FRACTIONS, LW ERUCIC ACID,CRD
HS 151411
RAPESEED/COLZA OIL & FRACTIONS, LW ERUCIC ACID,NES
HS 151419
ANML,VEG,MICROBIAL FAT OIL&FRACTION,CHEM MOD NESOI
HS 151800
FIXED VEG OIL, REF OR NOT, NESOI, NT CHEM MODIFIED
HS 151590
TALLOW OF BOVINE ANIMALS, SHEEP OR GOATS, NESOI
HS 150210
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | -- | $1.2M | +$1.2M |
| Indiana | -- | $79K | +$79K |
| Florida | -- | $11K | +$11K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | -- | $1.3M | +$1.3M |
| PORT EVERGLADES, FL | -- | $11K | +$11K |
| NEWARK, NJ | -- | -- | -- |