Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 0106.49.00.90
Live Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches
Blaptica dubia, commonly known as Madagascar hissing cockroaches, are wingless tropical insects popular in the pet trade and educational settings. They produce a hissing sound by expelling air through their spiracles, making them unique among insects. Classified under HTS 0106.49.0090 as other live insects, excluding bees, due to their non-apiary nature.
Live Dubia Roaches
Blaptica dubia, or Dubia roaches, are prolific breeders used primarily as feeder insects for reptiles and amphibians. They are flightless, easy to culture, and nutritionally superior to crickets. HTS 0106.49.0090 covers these as other live insects imported for pet food purposes.
Live Mealworms (Tenebrio molitor)
Mealworms are the larval stage of the darkling beetle, widely raised as high-protein feeders for birds, reptiles, and fish. They are available in various sizes and are a staple in the pet supply industry. This HTS code applies to live mealworms as other insects.
Live Crickets (Acheta domesticus)
House crickets (Acheta domesticus) are the most common feeder insect for exotic pets, valued for their chirping and nutritional profile. They are mass-reared for live sale to hobbyists. Classified as other live insects under this residual HTS code.
Live Superworms (Zophobas morio)
Superworms are giant mealworm larvae used as premium feeders for larger reptiles and birds due to their size and meaty texture. They cannot pupate in groups, making them ideal for live sales. HTS 0106.49.0090 for these other live insects.
Live Black Soldier Fly Larvae
Hermetia illucens larvae, known as black soldier fly larvae (BSFL), are sustainable feeders rich in calcium, used in aquaculture and poultry. They self-harvest and are increasingly popular. Other live insects under HTS 0106.49.0090.
Live Silkworm Moths (Bombyx mori) - Non-Larval
Adult silkworm moths imported for breeding or research, distinct from larvae. Used in sericulture education and genetics studies. Falls under other insects as not specifically silkworms (larvae).
Live Praying Mantises (Tenodera sinensis)
Chinese mantises used for biological pest control in gardens and as exotic pets. They are voracious predators. Classified as other live insects.
Live Stick Insects (Carausius morosus)
Indian stick insects popular in classrooms for biology demos due to camouflage. Easy to rear on ivy. Other live insects HTS.
Live Tarantula Hawk Wasps (Pepsis spp.)
Large predatory wasps for advanced entomology collections. Stunning iridescent wings. Other live insects.
Live Glowworms (Phengodidae family)
Bioluminescent beetle larvae for night exhibits. Used in eco-tourism breeding.
Live Leaf Insects (Phyllium spp.)
Mimic leaves perfectly; educational favorites.
Live Assassin Bugs (Reduviidae)
Predatory insects for pest control research.
Live Drone Flies (Eristalis tenax)
Hoverfly mimics for pollination studies.
Live Camel Crickets (Rhaphidophoridae)
Cave crickets for humidity control feeders.