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U.S. imports of tallow of bovine animals, sheep, or goats (HS 150210) totaled $108.4M in April 2026, traded with 12 countries.
Importers of Tallow of Bovine Animals, Sheep, or Goats paid $1.8M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 2.0% on $87.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Tallow of Bovine Animals, Sheep, or Goats imports of $108.4M in April 2026 ran 49% above the year-to-date monthly average of $72.6M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBovine, ovine, and caprine tallow is split at the US 10-digit level into edible (1502100020) and inedible (1502100040) grades — a distinction that drives both the regulatory pathway and the range of end-use markets, from food manufacturing and pharmaceuticals to soap, lubricants, and biodiesel. Brazil and Australia are the leading suppliers, with Canada, Argentina, and the United Kingdom also contributing meaningfully to US import volumes. Edible tallow entering for human consumption must clear USDA FSIS reinspection from an approved foreign establishment, while inedible tallow follows a separate admissibility track. The edible/inedible classification must be supported by documentation at entry, as misclassification between the two lines carries compliance risk. Classification and admissibility are complex — consult a licensed customs broker or USDA FSIS before importing.
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The distinction is based on the fat's intended use and processing standard: edible tallow (1502100020) must meet food-grade specifications and is subject to USDA FSIS oversight, while inedible tallow (1502100040) is destined for industrial applications such as soap, lubricants, or biodiesel. The commercial invoice and accompanying certificates should clearly state the grade and intended use to support the correct 10-digit classification.
Both countries operate large-scale beef slaughter and rendering industries with significant export capacity. Brazil's cattle herd size and Australia's established export infrastructure — including FSIS-approved establishments — position them as reliable, high-volume suppliers. Importers sourcing from either country should confirm current FSIS establishment approval status before contracting.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1502100040 | TALLOW, INEDIBLE | $104.5M | 2.01% | $1.8M |
| 1502100020 | TALLOW, EDIBLE | $3.9M | -- | -- |
TALLOW, INEDIBLE
TALLOW, EDIBLE
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1502100020 | TALLOW, EDIBLE | $4.9M |
| 1502100040 | TALLOW, INEDIBLE | $1.1M |
TALLOW, EDIBLE
3.2M kg
TALLOW, INEDIBLE
861.0K 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
PALM OIL, REFINED BUT NOT CHEMICALLY MODIFIED
HS 151190
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $52.7M | $2.7M | -$50.0M |
| California | $50.7M | $39K | -$50.6M |
| Kansas | -- | $2.3M | +$2.3M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAN PABLO BAY, CA | $35.2M | -- | -$35.2M |
| OAKLAND, CA | $22.9M | -- | -$22.9M |
| BEAUMONT, TX | $21.6M | -- | -$21.6M |