Package Bees with Queen (3 lb) from Japan
A standard 3-pound package of live honey bees including a mated queen, imported for starting new hives in apiaries. HTS 0106.41.00.00 covers these as live bees for apicultural use, excluding microorganisms or Chapter 95 toys.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label packages clearly with origin and queen status; secure PPQ Form 526 permit in advance
• Inspect for varroa mites at entry and coordinate with CBP for timely release to prevent stress mortality