What is HS-4 1522 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
1522 — Degras; residues resulting from the treatment of fatty substances or animal or vegetable waxes
Chapter 15: Animal or vegetable fats and oils
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 1522 when importing degras or residues from the processing of animal or vegetable fats and waxes. For example, if you're shipping a byproduct from a fat rendering process, this code applies.
The only subheading under this heading is HS-6 152200, which specifically covers degras and residues. If your product is a residue from the treatment of fatty substances, ensure it meets the criteria outlined for this code.
When determining if HS-6 152200 is applicable, consider the source of the residue. If it originates from animal fats, it fits here. However, if it’s a different type of residue or a processed fat, you may need to explore other headings.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
degras import code · residues from fatty substances · animal fat residues · vegetable wax residues · HS-4 1522 · HS-6 152200 · fat rendering byproducts · edible fat residues · importing degras · fatty substance treatment
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Degras from animal fat processing
- Residues from vegetable oil extraction
- Byproducts of candle-making from wax
- Fatty substance residues from soap production
- Waste materials from margarine manufacturing
Common questions
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How to classify degras for import?
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Are there specific rulings for HS-6 152200?
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What products fall under HS-4 1522?
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How to identify residues from fatty substances?
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What documentation is needed for importing degras?
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Related topics
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how to classify degras residues for customs
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requirements for importing fatty substance residues
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understanding HS-4 1522 and its applications
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examples of products under HS-6 152200
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import regulations for animal and vegetable wax residues
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degras from animal fats import guidelines
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residues from vegetable oil processing classification
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shipping byproducts of fatty substance treatment
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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 are classified under HS-4 1522?
- HS-4 1522 covers degras and residues from the treatment of animal or vegetable fats and waxes.
- How do I know if my product qualifies for HS-6 152200?
- Your product must be a residue from the treatment of fatty substances or waxes to qualify under HS-6 152200.
- Are there specific import regulations for degras?
- Yes, degras may have specific import regulations depending on its source and intended use.
- What documentation do I need for importing under HS-4 1522?
- You will typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly a certificate of analysis.
- Can I use HS-4 1522 for all fatty substance residues?
- No, only residues specifically resulting from the treatment of animal or vegetable fats and waxes can be classified under HS-4 1522.
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