King Cobra from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• CITES Appendix I, venom milking license if applicable; double-walled secure crates
• Notify CDC for venomous species