Alfalfa Pollination Leaf Cutter Bee Larvae
Dormant leaf cutter bee larvae specifically reared for alfalfa seed crop pollination in the western US. Imported in bulk cocoon trays by commercial growers. HTS 0106.49.0010 covers these as other live insects designated for leaf cutter bee larvae.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for laboratory research rather than agricultural release
Insects imported for scientific/zoological purposes have separate provisions
If imported as complete artificial nesting systems with larvae
Bee rearing equipment with live insects may classify as agricultural machinery parts
If sold as retail pollination kits with foliage
Retail packs with plant material shift to other live plants/fungi heading
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include phytosanitary certificate from origin country confirming no diseases like chalkbrood
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden trays for packaging to avoid fumigation delays at ports
• Verify state import restrictions (e.g
• California quarantines) beyond federal requirements
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Leaf Cutter Bee Larvae (Megachile rotundata)
Live larvae of the leaf cutter bee (Megachile rotundata), used primarily for pollinating alfalfa and clover crops in agricultural settings. These larvae are shipped dormant in protective cocoons or nests and imported by beekeepers for field release. Classified under HTS 0106.49.0010 as other live insects, specifically leaf cutter bee larvae.
Clover Crop Leaf Cutter Bee Larvae
Live Megachile rotundata larvae imported for clover field pollination, particularly red clover seed production. These are field-reared larvae in protective paper liners. Falls under HTS 0106.49.0010 for other live insects: leaf cutter bee larvae.
Bulk Leaf Cutter Bee Larvae for Commercial Pollination
High-volume shipment of leaf cutter bee larvae (10,000+ units) for large-scale commercial pollination services. Imported dormant for US distribution. HTS 0106.49.0010 designates these as leaf cutter bee larvae among other live insects.
Organic Certified Leaf Cutter Bee Larvae
USDA NOP organic-certified leaf cutter bee larvae, reared without synthetic pesticides for organic alfalfa operations. Shipped in certified clean cocoons. Classified as HTS 0106.49.0010 other live insects: leaf cutter bee larvae.