Live Madagascar Hissing Cockroach from Japan
Live Gromphadorhina portentosa cockroaches, popular as feeder insects or exotic pets. Classified in HTS 0106.90.0180 as other live animals not elsewhere specified, excluding aquatic invertebrates.
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
• Provide veterinary health certificate verifying disease-free status; APHIS import permit often required
• Label shipments clearly as 'live insects for pet/feed use' to prevent agricultural inspection delays