Live Scorpion from Japan
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 — 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
• Secure USFWS declaration; CITES permit needed for Appendix II scorpions
• Use escape-proof ventilated containers compliant with IATA live animal regulations