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Live Dubia Roach Colony

Live Blaptica dubia roaches, imported as feeder insects for reptiles and other insectivorous pets. They are other live insects not specified elsewhere in Chapter 01, falling under tariff item 0106.90.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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Alternative Classifications

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0106.49.00Same rate: Free

If the roaches are classified as insects for other purposes

Insects not elsewhere specified may fall under 0106.49.00, but feeder roaches are typically 'other live animals'.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Check that the roaches are not considered a pest species under the Canadian Plant Protection Act

β€’ Ensure packaging is secure to prevent escape during transit

β€’ Declare as live animals for feeder purposes to CBSA