Live Mealworms (Tenebrio molitor larvae)
Live larvae of the darkling beetle (Tenebrio molitor), widely used as live feed for birds, reptiles, and aquarium fish. Classified under HTS 0106.49.00 as other live insects, excluding bees and silkworms.
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If pupae or dried for human/animal consumption
Processed or dead insect larvae for food fall under 0410, not live animals.
If for live animals not insects, like small mammals
0106.90 covers other live animals nesoi, but insects specifically belong in 0106.4x subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide certificates of origin and health status from supplier to meet APHIS import requirements
• Use insulated, ventilated shipping boxes to maintain viability during transit
• Label shipments clearly as 'live insects for pet food' to avoid delays from agricultural inspections
Related Products under HTS 0106.49.00
Live Crickets (Acheta domesticus)
Live crickets of the species Acheta domesticus, commonly used as feeder insects for reptiles and pet fish. They fall under HTS 0106.49.00 as other live insects not specified elsewhere in heading 0106. This classification applies to live insects imported for pet food or breeding purposes.
Live Silkworm Eggs (Bombyx mori)
Unhatched eggs of the silkworm moth (Bombyx mori), imported for sericulture or as live feeders. While live silkworms are in 0106.20, eggs as live insects classify under other insects in HTS 0106.49.00.
Live Praying Mantis (Tenodera sinensis)
Live praying mantis nymphs (Tenodera sinensis), imported as pets or biological pest control agents. Classified as other live insects under HTS 0106.49.00.
Live Wax Moth Larvae (Galleria mellonella)
Live greater wax moth larvae (Galleria mellonella), feeders for hedgehogs and reptiles. HTS 0106.49.00 as other live insects.
Live Ant Colonies (Camponotus spp.)
Complete live ant colonies (Camponotus species) with queen, workers, and brood for ant farms. Classified under HTS 0106.49.00 for other live insects.
Live Tarantula Slings (Brachypelma spp.)
Live juvenile tarantulas (Brachypelma species slings), imported for the exotic pet trade. As arachnids (spiders), they are other live animals but specifically insects/other invertebrates under HTS 0106.49.00 context.