Alfalfa Pollination Leaf Cutter Bee Larvae from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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