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0106.41.00.00/Nuc Box of Honey Bees (5-Frame Nucleus)/Japan

Nuc Box of Honey Bees (5-Frame Nucleus) from Japan

A 5-frame nucleus colony (nuc) of live honey bees with brood, honey, and pollen, ready for hive expansion. Falls under HTS 0106.41.00.00 as live bees, imported in wooden nuc boxes compliant with ISPM 15 standards.

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%
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Import Tips

• Ensure nuc boxes are heat-treated per ISPM 15; attach full colony health certificate

• Schedule imports outside winter to minimize mortality and prepare for CBP apiary exams