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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If other insect species like mason bees for similar pollination
Different bee species not specifically enumerated fall under residual other insects
If treated with antisera or vaccines for disease control
Live animals specially prepared for therapeutic/antigen use move to pharmaceuticals
If personal effects accompanying traveler
Limited quantities as personal agricultural tools qualify for duty-free entry under Chapter 98
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare cocoon purity percentage (>90% recommended) to prevent rejection for low viability
• Time imports for spring release windows; summer shipments risk premature emergence
• Label clearly as 'non-Apis bees' to expedite CBP agricultural specialist review
Related Products under HTS 0106.49.00.10
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.
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.
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.