What is HS-4 1502 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
1502 — Fats of bovine animals, sheep or goats, other than those of heading 1503
Chapter 15: Animal or vegetable fats and oils
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 1502 when importing fats derived from bovine animals, sheep, or goats, such as tallow or other animal fats. For example, if you’re shipping tallow from a meat processing facility, this code applies.
When deciding between HS-6 150210 for tallow and HS-6 150290 for other fats, consider the product's composition. Tallow is specifically rendered fat from bovine sources, while the latter includes fats from sheep or goats that are not classified as tallow.
If your shipment includes a mix of fats from different animals, ensure you categorize them correctly. HS-6 150290 covers fats from bovine animals, sheep, or goats that are not tallow, which can include rendered fats and oils from various animal sources.
Keywords & topics
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HS-4 1502 · tallow import · animal fats · bovine fats · sheep fats · goat fats · fats classification · HS-6 subheadings · import codes for fats · animal fat shipping
Examples
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- Tallow from beef processing plants
- Rendered fat from sheep for culinary use
- Goat fat used in specialty foods
- Animal fats for soap manufacturing
- Fats for biodiesel production
- Fats used in cosmetics and personal care products
Common questions
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How to classify tallow for import?
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Difference between tallow and other animal fats?
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What are the HS-6 codes for animal fats?
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Can I import mixed animal fats under HS-4 1502?
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What documentation is needed for importing tallow?
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how to classify bovine animal fats for import
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understanding HS-4 1502 for fats of sheep
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importing goat fats under HS-6 150290
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requirements for tallow importation
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distinguishing tallow from other animal fats
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shipping animal fats for biodiesel production
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regulations for importing fats of bovine animals
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how to determine if a fat is tallow or not
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products fall under HS-4 1502?
- HS-4 1502 includes tallow and other fats from bovine animals, sheep, or goats, excluding those classified under heading 1503.
- How do I know if my product is tallow?
- Tallow is specifically rendered fat from bovine sources. If your product is derived from sheep or goats and is not tallow, it falls under HS-6 150290.
- Are there specific regulations for importing tallow?
- Yes, importing tallow may require compliance with food safety and animal health regulations, depending on your country’s laws.
- Can I use HS-4 1502 for mixed animal fats?
- If your shipment contains mixed animal fats, ensure they are classified correctly under HS-6 codes based on their source and type.
- What is the difference between HS-6 150210 and HS-6 150290?
- HS-6 150210 is for tallow, while HS-6 150290 covers fats from bovine animals, sheep, or goats that are not classified as tallow.
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