HS Code 1503 · MFN rates across 10 countries · 15 tariff lines · Updated 2026-03-29
Rate spread: Importing lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, oleo-oil and tallow oil, not emulsified or mixed or otherwise prepared attracts up to 30.0% MFN duty in India, while United Kingdom applies 0%. FTA preferences may reduce the rate further — see below.
Average Most Favoured Nation applied tariff rates for Lard Stearin, Lard Oil, Oleostearin, Oleo-Oil And Tallow Oil, Not Emulsified Or Mixed Or Otherwise Prepared (HS 1503). MFN rates apply to all WTO member countries unless a preferential trade agreement is in force. Rates are ad valorem (percentage of customs value). Specific duties (per unit/weight) are not shown in this comparison.
| Country | Avg. MFN Rate | |
|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | 30.0% | |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | 28.9% | |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | 10.0% | |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | 10.0% | |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 10.0% | |
| 🇨🇳 China | 9.0% | |
| 🇦🇪 UAE | 5.0% | |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 0.0% | |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 0.0% | |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 0.0% |
Free trade agreements can reduce or eliminate duty on lard stearin, lard oil, oleostearin, oleo-oil and tallow oil, not emulsified or mixed or otherwise prepared. To claim a preferential rate, the goods must meet rules of origin requirements and be accompanied by a valid certificate of origin or origin declaration.
| Route | Agreement | Rate | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thailand → India | IN-ASEAN-CECA | Save 30.0% | |
| PH → India | IN-ASEAN-CECA | Save 30.0% | |
| SG → India | IN-ASEAN-CECA | Save 30.0% | |
| KR → India | IN-KR-CEPA | Save 30.0% | |
| Australia → India | IN-AU-ECTA | Save 30.0% | |
| UAE → India | IN-AE-CEPA | Save 30.0% | |
| United Kingdom → India | IN-UK-ECTA | Save 30.0% | |
| SG → India | IN-SG-CECA | Save 30.0% |
These indirect taxes apply in addition to customs duty. For India, IGST (Integrated GST) is levied on the assessable value plus customs duty. For Brazil, multiple taxes (IPI, PIS, COFINS, ICMS) apply sequentially. The rates below are standard rates — concessional rates may apply.
| Country | Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 UAE | VAT | 5% |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | GST | 10% |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | IPI | 0% |
| 🇨🇳 China | VAT | 9% |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | VAT | 0% |
| 🇮🇳 India | GST | 5% |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | VAT | 16% |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | VAT | 7% |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | VAT | 15% |
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Calculate free →Data sources: National customs authorities (CBIC India, HMRC UK, USITC, CBP USA, SARS South Africa), WTO Tariff Profiles, and official gazette notifications. Rates shown are MFN applied rates as of 2026-03-29. Bound rates may differ. Sub-headings within HS 1503 may carry different rates — always verify at the 8 or 10-digit national tariff line for your specific product. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute customs advice.