Live Black Soldier Fly Larvae (Hermetia illucens) from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Check with the CFIA for any restrictions on importing live insects for animal feed, as they may require a permit or sanitary certificate
• Ensure the larvae are packaged in breathable containers to maintain viability during transport and declare the end-use (e.g
• composting or feed) to CBSA
• Confirm the species is not on Canada's list of invasive species to avoid delays