HS Code 1522
Degras and Fatty Residues
HS code 1522 covers natural or artificial degras and residues from the processing of fatty substances or animal and vegetable waxes for industrial applications.
HS Code 1522 — Degras and Fatty Residues
This code covers degras, which is natural or artificial grease used in leather tanning, alongside residues from the processing of animal or vegetable waxes. These materials are typically industrial by-products used in technical applications or lubricant manufacturing.
What's included
- Natural degras
- Artificial degras
- Soapstock residues
- Oil foots
- Stearin pitch
- Wool grease residues
What's excluded
- Lanolin → use
1505(Lanolin is refined wool grease, not a residue or degras.)
Common examples
- Industrial soapstock
- Chamois leather tanning grease
- Recovered grease from wool scouring
- Deodoriser distillates
Frequently asked questions
What is degras used for?
It is primarily used in the leather industry to soften skins and as a base for industrial lubricants.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6.5%
- Documentation: Usage for animal feed may require specific veterinary certificates.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Spain, Italy, Netherlands
- Top importers: China, Germany, United States
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Key takeaway
Covers industrial by-products of fats and waxes not fit for human consumption.
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