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Live Scorpion Pet from Germany

A live emperor scorpion or similar species imported as an exotic pet. Classified under HTS 0106.90.01 as other live animals, encompassing arachnids not elsewhere specified.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Secure APHIS permit and venomous animal declaration; ship in secure, ventilated containers

• Verify CITES Appendix status for protected species to avoid seizure

• Document pet trade intent to distinguish from research imports