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Live Praying Mantis from Japan

Live praying mantis oothecae or nymphs for pet enthusiasts. Classified in HTS 0106.90.01 as other live animals, specifically mantodea insects.

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

Permit required; temperature-controlled shipping prevents hatching en route

State laws vary; some ban non-native mantis species

Document as pets, not biocontrol agents