Carniolan Honey Bees (Apis mellifera carnica) from Canada
Carniolan honey bees are gentle, productive bees imported live for commercial beekeeping and crop pollination, especially in almond orchards. Classified under HTS 0106.41.00.00 as they are live bees, distinct from other insects or aquatic animals excluded in Chapter 1 notes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify queen inclusion and colony strength; provide APIARY inspector certificates from origin country
• Avoid imports during restricted seasons and ensure ventilated shipping containers to maintain live status