Fats of bovine animals, sheep or goats; excluding tallow, and other than those of heading 1503

HS code 150290 covers the fats of bovine animals, sheep, or goats, excluding tallow and other fats classified under heading 1503. These animal fats are an important commodity in the global food and industrial sectors, with a wide range of applications. They are commonly used in the production of cooking oils, margarine, soap, and various other consumer and industrial products. The trade in these animal fats is a significant component of the broader agricultural and livestock industries, contributing to economic activity and employment across multiple sectors.

The production of fats covered under HS code 150290 typically involves the rendering or extraction of fat from the tissues of bovine animals, sheep, or goats. This process may involve mechanical separation, chemical extraction, or a combination of techniques to isolate the desired fat fractions. The specific methods used can vary depending on the intended end-use of the fats, as well as factors such as scale of production and local regulations.

The main inputs required for the production of fats under HS code 150290 include the raw animal tissues, such as suet, tallow, or other fat-rich materials from bovine, sheep, or goat sources. Specialized equipment for rendering, extraction, and purification of the fats is also necessary. Additionally, energy sources, water, and various processing chemicals may be required, depending on the specific production methods employed.

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 150290 are the refined and unrefined animal fats, which can be used in a variety of applications. These fats may be further processed or blended to create products such as cooking oils, margarine, shortening, and various industrial lubricants and chemicals. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by other industries, such as 150100 Unrefined animal fats and oils, 150710 Soya-bean oil and its fractions, and 151800 Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions, among others.