{"product_id":"100-beef-tallow-grass-fed","title":"100% Beef Tallow (Grass-Fed)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAustralian Grass Fed Beef Tallow — Shopify Listing\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct: Australian Grass Fed Beef Tallow (100% beef suet \/ kidney fat) Source docs: NATA-accredited Certificate of Analysis (heavy metals, fatty acid profile, quality indices); supplier technical data sheet (titre, impurities, unsaponifiables)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e1. Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Australian Grass Fed Beef Tallow is 100% pure rendered beef fat, made from Australian grass fed suet and kidney fat. Nothing is added — no preservatives, no fragrance, no fillers. It is a firm, pale, naturally low-odour fat that has been a cornerstone of traditional soap making for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich in stearic, palmitic and oleic acids, beef tallow produces a hard, long-lasting, creamy-lathering bar with a stable, gentle lather, and it is a favourite for traditional cold process and hot process soap, shaving soap, solid lotion bars, balms and candle-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: this is sold as a raw material for soap, cosmetic and candle making. Wellness-style language is for creative context only; no therapeutic or medicinal claims are made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSource: Grass fed beef suet \/ kidney fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredient (INCI): Tallow (Bos taurus) — 100% beef tallow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppearance: Off-white to creamy white solid fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOdour: Mild, characteristic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2. Key Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposition: 100% Australian grass fed beef tallow (suet \/ kidney fat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude fat: 99.5% w\/w\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture: 0.4% (vacuum oven)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree fatty acids (as oleic acid): 1.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeroxide value: 0.8 mEq\/kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIodine value: 37 g\/100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelting point: 46.0 – 51.5°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitre: approx. 46.5°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnsaponifiables: approx. 0.26%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsoluble impurities: ≤0.1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour (FAC): \u0026lt;3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy metals: Arsenic \u0026lt;0.5 mg\/kg, Cadmium \u0026lt;0.25 mg\/kg, Mercury \u0026lt;0.25 mg\/kg, Lead \u0026lt;0.5 mg\/kg (all below the limit of reporting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatty acid profile (g\/100g):\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStearic (C18:0): 28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalmitic (C16:0): 28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOleic (C18:1): 29\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMyristic (C14:0): 4.9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalmitoleic (C16:1): 1.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeptadecanoic (C17:0): 1.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinoleic (C18:2): 0.65\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlpha-linolenic (C18:3): 0.46\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaturated fat: 63.7 g\/100g; monounsaturated: 31.7 g\/100g; polyunsaturated: 1.1 g\/100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage: Keep sealed in a cool, dark place away from heat and direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3. Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a hard, long-lasting soap bar that resists dissolving in the shower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces a stable, creamy, gentle lather with a smooth, conditioning feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh in stearic and palmitic acids for bar hardness and lather stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced with around 30% oleic acid for skin-feel and conditioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery low iodine value (37) and low peroxide value (0.8) — a stable fat with good resistance to rancidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% pure single-ingredient fat — no additives, fillers or fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralian sourced from grass fed cattle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTested heavy metals all below reporting limits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCost-effective hard fat for soap makers, and a great base for balms and bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile across soap, solid skincare, shaving products and candle making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e4. Recommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold process and hot process soap (traditional tallow soap, hard bars, shaving soap)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid lotion bars, whipped body butters and skin balms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeard balms and shaving products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCandle making (blended with waxes for texture and hardness)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalves and creams where a firm, skin-compatible fat is needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e5. Usage \u0026amp; Formulation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical usage in soap: 20–60% of the oil phase, depending on the recipe and the hardness and conditioning you want\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical usage in balms and bars: 10–40% of the formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical saponification values for beef tallow are around 0.140 g NaOH or 0.197 g KOH per gram of fat; always run your recipe through a reliable lye calculator, as values can vary between batches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelt gently (below around 60°C) before use, and combine with liquid oils such as olive, rice bran or sunflower oil for balanced conditioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlends well with coconut oil for added cleansing and lather; palm-free recipes can use coconut and olive with tallow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause tallow is firm, expect a faster trace in soap — stir and pour accordingly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd antioxidant (such as rosemary oleoresin extract) in leave-on products if a longer shelf life is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways patch test finished products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e6. Product Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw animal-derived material — not suitable for vegan or vegetarian products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as a cosmetic and soap making raw material; edible-grade tallow tested for quality but not intended to be sold or marketed as a food or dietary product by Soapmaid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle melted tallow with care — hot fat can cause burns; wear heat resistant gloves and eye protection when melting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFat can ignite if overheated; never leave melting fat unattended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen making soap, always wear gloves, eye protection and long sleeves when handling sodium hydroxide (lye)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore sealed in a cool, dark place; discard if rancid, off-smelling or discoloured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllergen note: animal-derived product — check suitability for customers with meat-related allergies or sensitivities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains no added fragrance, preservatives or colourants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished products should be labelled in line with Australian Consumer Law and cosmetic and soap labelling requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e7. FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this 100% beef tallow?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It is 100% pure rendered Australian grass fed beef fat made from suet and kidney fat, with no additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between suet and tallow?\u003c\/strong\u003e Suet is the raw hard fat found around the kidneys and loins of beef cattle. Tallow is suet that has been rendered (melted and filtered) into a clean, shelf-stable fat. This product is the rendered tallow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is beef tallow used for in soap making?\u003c\/strong\u003e Tallow creates a hard, long-lasting bar with a creamy, stable lather. It is traditionally used at 20–60% of the oil phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it smell?\u003c\/strong\u003e Good quality rendered tallow has a very mild, characteristic scent that is typically unnoticeable in finished soap, especially when fragranced or scented with essential oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in skincare and balms?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Tallow is commonly used in solid lotion bars, balms and body butters. Always patch test your finished product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for vegans?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. This is an animal-derived product made from beef fat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep it tightly sealed in a cool, dark place away from heat and sunlight to help prevent rancidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e8. Packaging Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e250g (placeholder — confirm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500g (placeholder — confirm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1kg (placeholder — confirm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5kg (placeholder — confirm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Placeholder tiers — please confirm the sizes and pricing you want to stock.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e9. SEO Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSEO H1 \/ Page Title\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralian Grass Fed Beef Tallow | Soap Making Tallow | Soapmaid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSEO Meta Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Australian grass fed beef tallow from suet \u0026amp; kidney fat. Hard, creamy bars for soap, balm \u0026amp; candle making. Lab tested. Shop online at Soapmaid Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSEO Focus Keywords (Australia)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ebeef tallow australia, grass fed beef tallow, tallow for soap making, buy tallow australia, rendered beef tallow, beef suet tallow, tallow soap making supplies, tallow for skincare, tallow balm ingredients, australian tallow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpen Questions \/ Flags for Stefanie\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrass fed vs pasture fed:\u003c\/strong\u003e your brief says \"grass fed\", while the supplier's data sheet calls it \"Australian Pasture Fed Beef\". Please confirm with the supplier which term they can substantiate and whether they hold a certification, as it is a marketing claim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdible vs cosmetic grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e the CoA describes the sample as \"Edible Tallow\". I have kept the listing positioned as a soap, cosmetic and candle making raw material. Confirm that is how you want to sell it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo documents, slightly different results:\u003c\/strong\u003e the data sheet shows FFA 0.75% and moisture 0.13%, while the NATA CoA shows FFA 1.0% and moisture 0.4%. I have used the NATA CoA as the primary figures and the data sheet only for titre and unsaponifiables. These may be different tests or samples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrans fat:\u003c\/strong\u003e the CoA reports 3.03 g\/100g trans fat (naturally occurring in ruminant fat). I left this out of the listing; add it if you want full disclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo SDS provided:\u003c\/strong\u003e no safety data sheet or hazard classification was supplied, so the safety section is general handling guidance. Request an SDS from the supplier if you want GHS wording.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging sizes and price:\u003c\/strong\u003e placeholders only; please confirm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaponification value:\u003c\/strong\u003e the SAP figures are typical industry values, not from the CoA. Ask the supplier for a SAP value if you want to publish a certified figure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Soapmaid Australia Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"12.5kg","offer_id":50753292140730,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0509\/8278\/1114\/files\/100_beef_australian_grass_fed_tallow.png?v=1792116851","url":"https:\/\/www.soapmaid.com\/products\/100-beef-tallow-grass-fed","provider":"Soapmaid Australia Pty Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}