Mealworm Larvae (Live Beetles Worms) from Mexico
Live mealworm larvae (Tenebrio molitor) are beetle larvae used as feed for reptiles, birds, and fish. Although they are insect larvae, they are classified as other live animals under tariff item 0106.90.00, as they are not aquatic invertebrates or covered by other specific headings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
PGA flags (2)Show detailsHide detailsECCCWildlife Enforcement - commodity may be regulated by ECCCRequiredCFIAAll ProgramsMay be required
- ECCC
Wildlife Enforcement - commodity may be regulated by ECCC · Required
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE CHANGE CANADA: ECCC Wildlife Enforcement - commodity may be regulated by ECCC requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Starts With 0106).
- CFIA
All Programs · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require CFIA All Programs depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Within Range 0101210000–0106900090. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Check if the mealworms require a CFIA permit for importation as live animal feed
• Ensure packaging allows for ventilation to maintain live shipment during transit
• Verify that the product is not classified as an insect for human consumption, which may fall under different regulations