Live Ant Colonies (Camponotus spp.)
Live ant colonies of the Camponotus species, including a queen, workers, and brood, intended for ant farms and educational purposes. These are live insects not otherwise specified in heading 01.06, and are classified under tariff item 0106.49.00 as other live insects.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the shipment includes non-insect invertebrates (e.g., arachnids) alongside the ants
Tariff item 0106.90.00 covers other live animals not elsewhere specified, which may apply if the consignment mixes insects with other invertebrates.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the colony is accompanied by a health certificate from the exporting country's veterinary authority, as live insects may require import permits from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)
• Declare the shipment as live animals and provide the scientific name (Camponotus spp.) to facilitate CBSA clearance
• Verify that the species is not listed as a regulated pest under Canadian plant health regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 0106.49.00
Alfalfa Pollination Leaf Cutter Bee Larvae
Dormant leaf cutter bee larvae (Megachile rotundata) specifically reared for alfalfa seed crop pollination, imported in bulk cocoon trays by commercial growers. These are live insects not specified elsewhere in heading 01.06, classified under tariff item 0106.49.00 as other live insects.
Bulk Leaf Cutter Bee Larvae for Commercial Pollination
High-volume shipment of leaf cutter bee larvae (10,000+ units) for large-scale commercial pollination services, imported dormant. These are live insects not specified elsewhere in heading 01.06, classified under tariff item 0106.49.00 as other live insects.
Live Black Soldier Fly Larvae (Hermetia illucens)
Live larvae of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens), used for waste composting and as a high-calcium feed for pets and aquaculture. These are live insects not covered by other headings, falling under tariff item 0106.49.00 for other live insects.
Live Crickets (Acheta domesticus)
Live crickets of the species Acheta domesticus, commonly used as feeder insects for reptiles, amphibians, and pet fish. These are live insects not specified elsewhere in heading 01.06, classified under tariff item 0106.49.00 as other live insects.
Live Dubia Roaches (Blaptica dubia)
Live nymphs and adults of the Dubia roach (Blaptica dubia), a staple feeder insect for exotic pets such as bearded dragons. These are live insects not otherwise specified, falling under tariff item 0106.49.00 for other live insects.
Live Fruit Fly Cultures (Drosophila melanogaster)
Live cultures of fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster), used as feeders for small reptiles, amphibians, and fish. These are live insects not specified elsewhere in heading 01.06, classified under tariff item 0106.49.00 as other live insects.