Pig fat; not lard, other than that of heading 0209 or 1503

HS code 150120 covers pig fat, excluding lard, that is not classified under headings 0209 or 1503. This type of pig fat is an important commodity in the global food and industrial sectors. It is widely used as a cooking oil, an ingredient in various processed foods, and as a raw material for the production of soaps, cosmetics, and other industrial products. The trade in pig fat plays a significant role in the international agricultural and manufacturing supply chains.

Pig fat is typically obtained as a by-product of pork processing. After the slaughter of pigs, the fat is extracted, cleaned, and processed to remove impurities. Depending on the intended use, the fat may undergo further refining, hydrogenation, or other processing steps to modify its physical and chemical properties.

The main inputs required for the production of pig fat under HS code 150120 include live pigs, which are the primary source of the raw material. Additionally, processing equipment such as rendering tanks, centrifuges, and filtration systems are necessary to extract, purify, and prepare the fat for commercial use. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also required to power the production facilities.

The primary output of HS code 150120 is refined pig fat, which can be used in a variety of applications. This pig fat may be further processed and incorporated into 150710 Soybean oil and its fractions or 151190 Other oils and their fractions for use in food, cosmetic, and industrial products. The pig fat may also be used directly as a cooking oil or as an ingredient in processed foods.