About HS Code 150300
This HS code specifically covers fractionated animal fats: lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, oleo-oil, and tallow oil, provided they are not emulsified, mixed, or otherwise prepared. These products are derived from the physical separation of rendered animal fats (like lard or tallow) into fractions with different melting points. Lard stearin and oleostearin are harder, higher melting point fractions, while lard oil, oleo-oil, and tallow oil are liquid fractions. These fractions are highly valued in the food industry for specific textures and functionalities (e.g., in margarines, shortenings, confectionery), and in industrial applications like lubricants, candles, and oleochemicals. Major importers include food manufacturers, chemical industries, and cosmetic producers. Exporters are typically countries with advanced rendering and fat fractionation capabilities. Key trade considerations include purity, fatty acid profile, melting point, and packaging for specialized industrial use.
Products Under This Code
Lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, oleo-oil, tallow oil, fractionated pig fat, fractionated bovine fat, rendered fat fractions
Real World Examples
ADM fractionated fats, Cargill specialty fats, Bunge Loders Croklaan (conceptually), Darling Ingredients fractionated products, AAK (conceptually)
Common Misclassification
This code is frequently confused with the un-fractionated rendered fats under 1501 (pig fat) and 1502 (bovine/sheep/goat fats), as the key distinction is the physical fractionation process.
Products Classified Under 1503.00
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
Top importers include countries with large food processing and oleochemical industries like the Netherlands and Germany, with major exporters being the United States, Brazil, and EU member states.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 150300?
HS code 150300 covers: Lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, oleo-oil and tallow oil; not emulsified or mixed or otherwise prepared. This HS code specifically covers fractionated animal fats: lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, oleo-oil, and tallow oil, provided they are not emulsified, mixed, or otherwise prepared. These products are derived from the physical separation of rendered animal fats (like lard or tallow) into fractions with different melting points. Lard stearin and oleostearin are harder, higher melting point fractions, while lard oil, oleo-oil, and tallow oil are liquid fractions. These fractions are highly valued in the food industry for specific textures and functionalities (e.g., in margarines, shortenings, confectionery), and in industrial applications like lubricants, candles, and oleochemicals. Major importers include food manufacturers, chemical industries, and cosmetic producers. Exporters are typically countries with advanced rendering and fat fractionation capabilities. Key trade considerations include purity, fatty acid profile, melting point, and packaging for specialized industrial use.
What products fall under HS code 150300?
Lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, oleo-oil, tallow oil, fractionated pig fat, fractionated bovine fat, rendered fat fractions
What are common misclassifications for HS code 150300?
This code is frequently confused with the un-fractionated rendered fats under 1501 (pig fat) and 1502 (bovine/sheep/goat fats), as the key distinction is the physical fractionation process.
How is HS code 150300 structured?
HS code 150300 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (15) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.