Live Crickets (Acheta domesticus) from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%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)
Import Tips
• Ensure supplier provides origin certificates to trace potential invasive species risks
• Use chilled packing for long-distance shipping to slow metabolism and extend life
• Declare quantity accurately, as large volumes may trigger agricultural inspections