Live Madagascar Hissing Cockroach from Mexico
Colony of live Madagascar hissing cockroaches imported for educational pets or feeders. HTS 0106.90.01 covers these other live invertebrates used in the pet trade.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• APHIS requires import permit; declare colony size accurately to meet density rules
• Use escape-proof shipping; inspect for parasites common in roach colonies
• Label as pet/feeders, not pests, to prevent agricultural inspection escalations