Live Praying Mantis (Tenodera sinensis) from Japan
Live praying mantis nymphs (Tenodera sinensis), imported as pets or biological pest control agents. Classified as other live insects under HTS 0106.49.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm non-invasive status per state; some require permits
• House in ventilated netted enclosures for shipping
• Declare end-use (pet vs biocontrol) for proper inspection