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King Cobra

Ophiophagus hannah, the king cobra, is a venomous snake imported primarily for zoos or antivenom production under strict controls. Live reptile under HTS 0106.20.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0106.90.01Same rate: 17.5%

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Research venomous snakes could classify as other if for scientific purposes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

CITES Appendix I, venom milking license if applicable; double-walled secure crates

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