1501.20.00 - Other pig fat

This HTS category, 1501.20.00, specifically covers "Other pig fat" not elsewhere specified within heading 1501. This encompasses pig fat that does not meet the stringent requirements for lard (1501.10.00.00) or is not categorized as other pig fat or poultry fat under the broader provisions of heading 1501. The primary distinction lies in the specific processing, intended use, and physical characteristics of the fat.

While 1501.10.00.00 is dedicated to lard, which typically refers to rendered pig fat with specific culinary and industrial applications, this "other pig fat" category captures a broader range of pig fat products. It may include by-products from the slaughter of swine that are not classified as lard. This category is distinct from the "Other" sub-heading (1501.90.00.00) which is intended for other pig fat and poultry fat combinations not covered by the specific lard or other pig fat subheadings.

The subcategories within 1501.20.00 provide further refinement based on the quality and processing of the pig fat. "Choice white grease" (1501.20.00.40) denotes a higher quality, lighter-colored fat, often used in food applications. "Yellow grease" (1501.20.00.60) typically refers to a lower grade of rendered fat, often with a more pronounced color and odor, frequently used in industrial applications like animal feed or soap manufacturing. The final subcategory, "Other" (1501.20.00.80), serves as a residual classification for any other pig fat that doesn't fit the specific criteria of choice white grease or yellow grease.