Super Red Composting Worms

Super red worms, a hybrid strain of Eisenia fetida, are live composting worms bred for high reproduction rates and efficiency in processing kitchen scraps. They are imported under HTS 0106.90.0110 as other live worms for agricultural and hobbyist vermiculture. These worms thrive in organic-rich environments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0106.90.01Same rate: 17.5%

If classified under other invertebrates like insects

Certain invertebrates such as silkworms have distinct subheadings; taxonomic differences dictate separation from worms.

3101.00.00.00Higher: 25% vs 17.5%

If when worms produce castings imported as fertilizer

Worm castings (vermicompost) are animal-origin fertilizers under Chapter 31, excluding the live worms themselves.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify worm purity with supplier certificates to ensure no genetic mixing with invasive species, aiding APHIS clearance

Import in small batches initially to test survival rates and comply with potential quarantine periods

Document bedding material composition (e.g

coconut coir) to prevent issues with plant pest regulations