Live Pet Tarantula from Japan
A live tarantula spider, such as the Chilean rose hair tarantula, imported for the pet trade. It falls under HTS 0106.90.01 as an other live animal not specifically covered elsewhere in Chapter 1, including exotic arachnids kept as pets.
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
• Obtain a USDA APHIS import permit and ensure the spider arrives via approved ports with health certification
• Comply with state wildlife laws; some restrict tarantula species to prevent invasive spread
• Avoid misclassification as insects; provide species documentation to confirm arachnid status