Parent Product
Beef Tallow
HS Code
150210
Last Updated
2026-05-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Technical Beef Tallow market coverage spans 105 countries.
- 240 exporter companies and 293 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 3,521 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Technical Beef Tallow
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Technical Beef Tallow Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Technical Beef Tallow: Ireland (+43.1%), Costa Rica (-39.8%), Argentina (+27.5%).
Technical Beef Tallow Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Technical Beef Tallow country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Technical Beef Tallow transaction unit prices: Uruguay (1.42 USD / kg), United States (1.34 USD / kg), Paraguay (1.12 USD / kg), Argentina (1.03 USD / kg), India (0.92 USD / kg), 3 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | +2.0% | 897 | 0.95 USD / kg (1,657,399.995 kg) | 1.03 USD / kg (7,742,865.003 kg) | 0.99 USD / kg (1,593,160.994 kg) | 0.98 USD / kg (2,552,901.01 kg) | 0.96 USD / kg (8,844,755.01 kg) | 0.92 USD / kg (2,084,070.996 kg) | ||||||
| Uruguay | -9.4% | 580 | 1.42 USD / kg (555,794.01 kg) | 1.41 USD / kg (545,528.01 kg) | 1.39 USD / kg (1,165,199.03 kg) | 1.32 USD / kg (667,317.02 kg) | 1.34 USD / kg (679,781.01 kg) | 1.42 USD / kg (767,536 kg) | ||||||
| Bolivia | +17.6% | 228 | 0.86 USD / kg (405,080 kg) | 0.88 USD / kg (487,520 kg) | 0.84 USD / kg (818,360 kg) | 0.87 USD / kg (460,060 kg) | 0.90 USD / kg (998,520 kg) | 0.91 USD / kg (1,740,060 kg) | ||||||
| Argentina | +27.5% | 7 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.14 USD / kg (28,980 kg) | 2.30 USD / kg (26,992.57 kg) | 1.03 USD / kg (53,989.67 kg) | ||||||
| Paraguay | -4.5% | 1,430 | 0.87 USD / kg (1,036,335.434 kg) | 0.80 USD / kg (1,336,968.801 kg) | 0.80 USD / kg (889,482.357 kg) | 0.80 USD / kg (1,764,109.551 kg) | 0.90 USD / kg (1,005,748.607 kg) | 1.12 USD / kg (1,617,112.622 kg) | ||||||
| Australia | +23.9% | 39 | 1.63 USD / kg (24,320 kg) | 1.51 USD / kg (104,678 kg) | 1.56 USD / kg (314,514 kg) | 1.59 USD / kg (105,584 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| New Zealand | +9.7% | 20 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.41 USD / kg (223,020 kg) | 1.36 USD / kg (299,320 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | -39.8% | 9 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.61 USD / kg (69,000 kg) | - (-) | 0.64 USD / kg (46,000 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +14.5% | 244 | 1.44 USD / kg (1,857,415 kg) | 1.51 USD / kg (4,492,019 kg) | 1.49 USD / kg (805,679 kg) | 1.54 USD / kg (569,031 kg) | 1.46 USD / kg (2,871,493 kg) | 1.34 USD / kg (1,142,088 kg) | ||||||
| Belarus | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.63 USD / kg (19,940 kg) |
Technical Beef Tallow Global Supply Chain Coverage
533 companies
240 exporters and 293 importers are mapped for Technical Beef Tallow.
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Technical Beef Tallow Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
240 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Technical Beef Tallow. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Technical Beef Tallow Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-22
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesBeverage ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: LogisticsTrade
Exporting Countries: Mexico, Nicaragua, Turkiye
Supplying Products: Beef Tallow, Technical Beef Tallow, Edible Beef Tallow
(Bolivia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-13
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Ireland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Philippines
Supplying Products: Beef Tallow, Technical Beef Tallow
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-22
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Others
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-03
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Mexico
Supplying Products: Beef Tallow, Technical Beef Tallow, Edible Beef Tallow
Technical Beef Tallow Global Exporter Coverage
240 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Technical Beef Tallow supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Technical Beef Tallow (HS Code 150210) in 2024
For Technical Beef Tallow in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 570,319,210 kg | 534,958,998.835 USD |
| 2 | Brazil | 320,264,106 kg | 309,274,770 USD |
| 3 | Canada | 181,549,028 kg | 215,812,273.437 USD |
| 4 | United States | 178,277,720 kg | 208,673,661 USD |
| 5 | Argentina | 134,616,689.6 kg | 78,688,316.26 USD |
| 6 | New Zealand | 78,278,782 kg | 70,780,855.274 USD |
| 7 | Paraguay | 66,185,876.21 kg | 53,505,143.16 USD |
| 8 | India | 57,791,020 kg | 51,165,110.027 USD |
| 9 | Germany | 42,097,220 kg | 44,392,683.996 USD |
| 10 | Ireland | 23,799,147 kg | 25,291,859.735 USD |
Technical Beef Tallow Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Technical Beef Tallow Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
293 importer companies are mapped for Technical Beef Tallow demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Technical Beef Tallow Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Nepal)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-29
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Albania)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-18
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesAnimal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingAnimal Production
Value Chain Roles: -
(Lithuania)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Animal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: United States
(Uruguay)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
293 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Technical Beef Tallow.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Technical Beef Tallow (HS Code 150210) in 2024
For Technical Beef Tallow in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canada | 102,926,882 kg | 117,716,584.026 USD |
| 2 | Belgium | 85,286,148.27 kg | 88,694,324.838 USD |
| 3 | Mexico | 145,859,334 kg | 74,853,207 USD |
| 4 | Brazil | 59,830,325 kg | 48,778,341 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 23,126,927 kg | 26,020,297.455 USD |
| 6 | Spain | 18,868,456.233 kg | 17,107,810.391 USD |
| 7 | Italy | 15,172,916 kg | 15,024,750.465 USD |
| 8 | Germany | 9,924,306.839 kg | 12,809,117.664 USD |
| 9 | Poland | 15,722,718 kg | 12,788,113 USD |
| 10 | Ireland | 10,395,955 kg | 12,698,540.593 USD |
Technical Beef Tallow Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeIndustrial Product
Product FormRendered
Industry PositionRendered Animal Fat (Industrial Feedstock)
Market
Technical beef tallow is an inedible rendered bovine fat traded globally as an industrial lipid feedstock, most commonly classified under HS 150210 (tallow). Export supply is concentrated in major cattle-processing regions, with Australia, Brazil, Canada and the United States among the leading exporting countries in recent UN Comtrade-aligned datasets (HS 150210, 2024). Demand is driven by downstream oleochemicals (fatty acids, soaps and related products) and, in some jurisdictions, renewable fuel pathways that utilize animal by-products. Trade is highly compliance-sensitive: animal by-product rules (e.g., EU categories) and animal-health/TSE standards can rapidly constrain market access even when physical supply is available.
Major Producing Countries
- AustraliaLarge export-oriented rendering sector; leading exporter in Tridge HS 150210 (2024) dataset.
- BrazilMajor cattle-processing base and significant exporter in Tridge HS 150210 (2024) dataset; sustainability scrutiny tied to cattle supply chains.
- United StatesLarge rendering capacity tied to beef processing; significant exporter in Tridge HS 150210 (2024) dataset; strict handling rules for inedible rendered fats in U.S. commerce.
- CanadaSignificant exporter and importer in Tridge HS 150210 (2024) dataset; integrated North American rendering and downstream demand.
- ArgentinaNotable exporter in Tridge HS 150210 (2024) dataset; beef sector-linked rendering supply.
- New ZealandNotable exporter in Tridge HS 150210 (2024) dataset; export-oriented animal-product supply chains.
- GermanyEuropean exporter/importer presence in Tridge HS 150210 (2024) dataset; regulated animal by-product environment.
- IndiaExporter presence in Tridge HS 150210 (2024) dataset; regional trade includes bovine/buffalo fat classifications in some markets.
Major Exporting Countries
- AustraliaTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #1 by export volume (570,319,210 kg) and value (534,958,998.835 USD).
- BrazilTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #2 by export volume (320,264,106 kg) and value (309,274,770 USD).
- CanadaTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #3 by export volume (181,549,028 kg) and value (215,812,273.437 USD).
- United StatesTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #4 by export volume (178,277,720 kg) and value (208,673,661 USD).
- ArgentinaTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #5 by export volume (134,616,689.6 kg) and value (78,688,316.26 USD).
- New ZealandTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #6 by export volume (78,278,782 kg) and value (70,780,855.274 USD).
- ParaguayTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #7 by export volume (66,185,876.21 kg) and value (53,505,143.16 USD).
- IndiaTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #8 by export volume (57,791,020 kg) and value (51,165,110.027 USD).
- GermanyTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #9 by export volume (42,097,220 kg) and value (44,392,683.996 USD).
- IrelandTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #10 by export volume (23,799,147 kg) and value (25,291,859.735 USD).
Major Importing Countries
- CanadaTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #1 by import value (117,716,584.026 USD).
- BelgiumTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #2 by import value (88,694,324.838 USD); EU processing/logistics hub role.
- MexicoTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #3 by import value (74,853,207 USD).
- BrazilTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #4 by import value (48,778,341 USD) alongside major export position.
- NetherlandsTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #5 by import value (26,020,297.455 USD); EU gateway role.
- SpainTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #6 by import value (17,107,810.391 USD).
- ItalyTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #7 by import value (15,024,750.465 USD).
- GermanyTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #8 by import value (12,809,117.664 USD).
- PolandTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #9 by import value (12,788,113 USD).
- IrelandTridge HS 150210 (2024): ranked #10 by import value (12,698,540.593 USD).
Supply Calendar
- Australia:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecAvailability is generally year-round; volumes track slaughter and rendering throughput rather than a crop season.
- Brazil:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecAvailability is generally year-round; trade can be affected by compliance constraints and sustainability scrutiny in cattle supply chains.
- North America (United States/Canada):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecAvailability is generally year-round; logistics emphasize bulk heated handling to maintain pumpability during transfer.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Rendered bovine fat intended for industrial/technical applications (inedible grade), typically handled as a molten fat for bulk transfer and solid/semi-solid at ambient conditions.
- Quality and acceptability are sensitive to insoluble impurities, moisture, and free fatty acid levels, which affect both downstream processing yields and biosecurity acceptance.
Compositional Metrics
- Codex Standard for Named Animal Fats (CODEX STAN 211-1999) provides GLC fatty acid composition ranges for tallow (e.g., palmitic acid C16:0 and stearic acid C18:0 and oleic acid C18:1 ranges) for edible tallow used in food trade.
- WOAH Terrestrial Code (BSE chapter) identifies tallow with a maximum level of insoluble impurities of 0.15% (by weight) as a commodity that can be traded safely under the chapter’s provisions.
- Example ABP-derived tallow specification controls for biodiesel feedstock may include moisture <1% and insoluble impurities <0.15% (context-specific; not a universal standard).
Grades
- Edible tallow (food-use) as described under Codex Standard for Named Animal Fats (CODEX STAN 211-1999) vs. technical/inedible tallow destined for industrial uses.
- In the EU, animal by-products and derived products are categorized (Category 1/2/3) with different permitted end uses; tallow derived from different categories is subject to distinct controls and end-use restrictions.
Packaging
- Bulk liquid logistics commonly use road/rail tankers and ISO tank containers with heating facilities for solid or semi-solid fats; Codex bulk oils/fats code of practice references heating coils and operational temperature control for bulk handling.
- Where moved in packaged form, industrial fats are commonly shipped in drums, IBCs, or intermediate bulk packaging depending on buyer specifications (packaging form varies by route and end use).
ProcessingDownstream processing includes splitting/hydrolysis to fatty acids and glycerol or use as a lipid feedstock in manufacturing chains; impurity and oxidation control are key for consistent industrial conversion.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Slaughter/boning -> collection of suet and fat trimmings -> rendering (heat separation) -> clarification/filtration -> storage (heated for bulk) -> domestic distribution or export (HS 150210) -> downstream oleochemicals or energy/fuel applications
Demand Drivers
- Oleochemical demand (fatty acids and derivative products used in soaps, detergents, and personal care supply chains).
- Regulated animal by-product utilization pathways (e.g., renewable fuel manufacturing routes for certain ABP categories in the EU), which can create policy-linked demand for industrial tallow streams.
Temperature
- Codex bulk oils/fats code of practice lists indicative temperature ranges for tallow in bulk operations (storage/shipments 45–55°C; loading/discharge 55–65°C) for edible fats; similar heated handling is commonly required for tallow’s physical state during bulk transfer.
Shelf Life
- Oxidation is a primary deterioration mode for fats during storage/transport; the Codex bulk oils/fats code of practice emphasizes minimizing quality degradation risks (e.g., oxygen contact and contamination control) in bulk handling.
Risks
Animal Health And Trade Restrictions HighMarket access can be abruptly constrained by animal-health and TSE/BSE-related import rules and commodity definitions. The WOAH Terrestrial Code identifies tallow with a maximum level of insoluble impurities of 0.15% (by weight) as a commodity that can be traded safely under the BSE chapter’s provisions; shipments that cannot demonstrate compliance or acceptable processing/traceability may face rejection or additional controls.Contract to documented specifications (including insoluble impurities control), secure veterinary/ABP documentation aligned to importing-country rules, and maintain segregated handling between edible and technical grades.
Regulatory Compliance HighAnimal by-product frameworks (e.g., EU Category 1/2/3 controls) restrict permissible end uses and handling requirements; non-compliance can force diversion, destruction, or reclassification, materially impacting trade economics for technical tallow streams.Confirm ABP category and allowed end use before shipment; audit rendering plants and logistics for segregation, labeling, and endpoint requirements in destination markets.
Sustainability And Deforestation Exposure MediumCattle expansion has been linked to forest conversion in parts of the Amazon Basin in FAO literature, and NGO assessments highlight cattle ranching as a major deforestation driver in the Amazon. Even as a by-product, tallow can inherit deforestation-linked due-diligence and reputational risk if upstream cattle sourcing is opaque.Adopt traceability and sourcing policies for bovine inputs (including indirect suppliers where applicable), and align claims with credible third-party reporting and buyer due-diligence frameworks.
Logistics And Quality Degradation MediumBulk handling requires temperature control and contamination prevention; improper heating, tank cleanliness, or oxygen exposure can cause quality degradation or cross-contamination between grades (edible vs technical), leading to claims, downgrades, or rejection.Use validated bulk handling procedures (heated ISO tanks/tankers where needed), apply strict previous-cargo/cleaning controls, and test key quality parameters prior to loading and at receipt.
Sustainability
- Deforestation and land-use change exposure tied to cattle supply chains in parts of the Amazon Basin (including the 'Arc of deforestation' described in FAO literature), creating reputational and due-diligence risk for downstream users even when tallow is a by-product stream.
- Greenhouse gas footprint scrutiny linked to ruminant livestock systems; downstream buyers may face increasing scope-3 accounting and procurement constraints for animal-derived lipids.
- Circularity trade-off: tallow valorizes slaughter by-products, but sustainability claims depend on traceability and the underlying cattle sourcing context.
Labor & Social
- Worker safety risk in slaughter/meatpacking/rendering operations (hazards include dangerous equipment, slippery floors, chemicals such as ammonia, noise, and biological agents) with potential for regulatory non-compliance and supply disruption.
- Traceability and compliance management: buyers may require documentation of animal-health status, permitted ABP category/end use, and chain-of-custody to manage both biosecurity and ESG expectations.
FAQ
What HS code is most commonly used for technical beef tallow in global trade?Technical beef tallow is commonly traded under HS subheading 150210 (tallow) within HS heading 1502 (fats of bovine animals, sheep or goats, other than those of heading 1503).
Which countries are the leading exporters and import markets for technical beef tallow in recent trade data?In Tridge’s HS 150210 dataset for 2024, Australia, Brazil, Canada and the United States are the top exporting countries by value, while Canada, Belgium and Mexico are among the top import-demand countries by value.
What is a key biosecurity-related specification that can affect tallow’s tradability?For BSE-related trade provisions, the WOAH Terrestrial Code identifies tallow with a maximum level of insoluble impurities of 0.15% (by weight) as a commodity that can be traded safely under the chapter’s conditions, making impurity control and documentation important for market access.
Sources
Technical Beef Tallow Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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