HS Code for Pig fat

Pig fat is classified under HS code 150120 when it is rendered or otherwise extracted, but specifically excludes lard (which is 150110) and the unrendered fat found in heading 0209. This classification is part of Chapter 15, which covers animal or vegetable fats and oils and their cleavage products. The distinction for 150120 lies in the processing and the specific type of fat. While lard is the rendered internal fat of the pig, 150120 covers other rendered pig fats that do not meet the technical definition of lard, often used for industrial purposes, animal feed, or specific culinary applications. The classification process involves determining if the fat has been separated from the cellular tissue through heating (rendering), pressing, or solvent extraction. If the fat is still attached to the meat or is unrendered subcutaneous fat, it remains in Chapter 2. Once processed into a liquid or solid fat form through rendering, it moves to Chapter 15. This code is essential for traders dealing in bulk animal fats used in the production of soaps, lubricants, or processed food ingredients where the specific purity of lard is not required.

Products Included

• Rendered pig fat (other than lard)
• Pig fat extracted by solvent processes
• Pressed pig fats for industrial use
• Rendered fats from porcine carcasses
• Tallow-like fats derived from pigs

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 150110, which is specifically for lard. Lard is a high-grade rendered fat, whereas 150120 is for other pig fats. Another frequent error is using HS code 0209, which covers pig fat that has not been rendered or otherwise extracted (such as fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, or smoked fat free of lean meat). If the fat is still in its natural state and not melted down, 0209 is the correct code. Furthermore, HS code 1503, which covers lard stearin and lard oil, is sometimes confused with 150120; however, 1503 is for products that have been further processed through fractionation to separate the liquid and solid components of the fat.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Pig fat?

The HS code for rendered pig fat (other than lard) is 150120. Lard itself is classified under 150110.

Is unrendered pig fat classified here?

No, unrendered pig fat that is free of lean meat is classified under HS code 0209. HS code 150120 only applies to fat that has been rendered or extracted.