Lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, oleo-oil and tallow oil; not emulsified or mixed or otherwise prepared

HS code 150300 covers a range of animal-derived oils and fats, including lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, oleo-oil, and tallow oil. These products are widely used in the food, cosmetic, and industrial sectors, playing a crucial role in the global economy. They serve as important raw materials for a variety of downstream applications, contributing to the production of a wide array of consumer and commercial goods.

The production of the commodities under HS code 150300 typically involves rendering or extraction processes. Lard stearin and lard oil are derived from rendered pork fat, while oleostearin and oleo-oil are obtained from beef tallow. Tallow oil is also extracted from animal fats. These processes often involve heating, filtering, and separating the desired oils and fats from the raw materials.

The main inputs required for the production of the goods under HS code 150300 are animal fats and oils, such as pork lard and beef tallow. Additionally, specialized equipment like rendering tanks, filters, and separation systems are necessary for the extraction and purification of the final products. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also important inputs for the manufacturing process.

The outputs of HS code 150300 include a range of animal-derived oils and fats that find applications in various industries. These products are often used as ingredients in the production of 150710 Soya-bean oil and its fractions and 151190 Palm oil and its fractions, as well as in the manufacture of soaps, cosmetics, and lubricants. The outputs of this industry are also consumed by the 230110 Flours and meals, of meat or offal; greaves and 230690 Other oil-cake and other solid residues, whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of vegetable fats or oils industries.