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Russian Honey Bees (Apis mellifera russica) from Japan

Russian honey bees (Apis mellifera russica) are hybrid bees bred for varroa mite resistance, imported live for sustainable beekeeping operations. They are live Apis bees, falling under tariff item 0106.41.00. Chapter 1 notes do not exclude bees, so they are classified as other live animals.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

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Import Tips

• Obtain a CFIA import permit and a health certificate from the exporting country

• Ensure the bees are tested for varroa mites and other pathogens before shipment

• Declare the bees to CBSA and be ready for a potential quarantine inspection

Russian Honey Bees (Apis mellifera russica) from Japan — Import Duty Rate | Tariff item 0106.41.00