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Live Dubia Roach Colony from Japan

Blaptica dubia roaches imported live as reptile feeders. Under HTS 0106.90.01 for other live insects.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• APHIS permit; declare total biomass/quantity accurately

• Ventilated containers prevent CO2 buildup in dense colonies

• Gut-load pre-shipment for nutritional compliance proof