Live Scorpion from Germany
Live emperor scorpion (Pandinus imperator), imported for exotic pet enthusiasts. HTS 0106.90.0180 covers this other live arachnid not specified elsewhere in heading 0106.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Secure USFWS declaration; CITES permit needed for Appendix II scorpions
• Use escape-proof ventilated containers compliant with IATA live animal regulations