Ruffle fat
A specific type of pork fat found in close proximity to the pig's intestines. It is also sometimes referred to as lace fat or intestinal adipose tissue.
Ruffle fat is a specific type of pork fat that is found in close proximity to the pig's intestines. This adipose tissue connects the intestinal loops and is obtained during the process of removing the intestines.
Specifics of ruffle fat
Intestinal adipose tissue is found in the mesentery, where many other structures are found, in particular lymph nodes. These cause ruffle fat to be less long-lived – it has a shorter shelf life compared to other types of lard – yet it has its own unique use, which is why we at PEPITO also regularly purchase ruffle fat from our suppliers.
All ruffle fat we source must meet the criteria for Category 3 animal by-products. This ensures that all products meet the necessary hygiene and safety standards and are suitable for further processing.
Characteristics of ruffle fat in a nutshell
- Location: It is located near the intestines and connects the intestinal loops.
- Composition: It contains lymph nodes and other structures (this is what causes its shorter shelf life).
- Texture: Soft and lacy, which distinguishes it from other types of pork fat.
Industrial applications
Although this type of pork fat has a shorter shelf life, it can be effectively used in various industries for lubricants or in the chemicals industry.
Related Products
0,6 - 2% FFA 
cat. 3 (ABP) Related Pages
Related questions
What types of raw pork fat do you buy?
We purchase a wide variety of pork fat, including leaf fat, ruffle fat, back fat, skin-trimming fat, and other high-fat cuts of pork. Not sure if your raw materials are suitable for purchase? Nothing could be easier than asking us—we’d be happy to discuss it with you.
What type of Category 3 materials do you purchase?
Generally, fat free of tendons and skin, boneless, with a minimal amount of meat. Specifically, we purchase pork fat, beef fat, poultry fat, and mutton fat. We accept fat in frozen or chilled form..
- Beef fat: internal fat, beef fat trimmings
- Pork fat: leaf fat, ruffle fat, skin-trimming fat, back fat, and other parts with a higher fat content.
- Poultry fat
- Mutton fat
What are the packaging and labeling requirements for the raw materials being supplied?
We provide our own containers (big boxes), which we deliver on a “full-for-empty” exchange basis. We will deliver empty big boxes to you and pick up the full ones using our own transport. We also accept frozen fat on pallets. Containers transporting Category 3 animal by-products must be clearly and legibly marked with the words “Not intended for human consumption.” They must also bear the label Category 3 animal by-product. For more information, please visit the European Union website.
What documents do you require for deliveries?
A commercial document is required when transporting animal by-products. Specific documentation requirements for Category 3 animal by-products can be found on the European Union website. You must also provide a CMR and an invoice. We’d be happy to assist you with all of this.
What quality standards must the raw materials we purchase meet?
The fat supplied must meet the classification requirements for Category 3 animal by-products. For more details, please refer to our Glossary. And if you’re not sure, feel free to contact us—we’d be happy to help.
