Live Millipede

Live giant African millipede (Archispirostreptus gigas), a popular terrarium pet. Falls under nesoi other live animals in 0106.90.0180 as a myriapod invertebrate.

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.

0106.19Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If for lab or educational dissection

Research-purpose invertebrates may classify as lab animals.

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Import Tips & Compliance

APHIS PPQ 526 permit for invertebrate imports; include origin quarantine details

Ship in screened containers to prevent escape during transit

Avoid bulk shipments without individual counting, risking duty miscalculation