Live Praying Mantis from Mexico
Live praying mantis oothecae or nymphs for pet enthusiasts. Classified in HTS 0106.90.01 as other live animals, specifically mantodea insects.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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