Super Red Composting Worms from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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