Frozen Cobra Meat from Canada
Frozen whole cuts of cobra meat, from farmed sources, under HTS 0208.50.00.00 as reptile meat fit for human consumption. Valued in traditional medicine-adjacent dishes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Secure advance USFWS approval due to cobra's protected status in many regions
• Test for toxins inherent to venomous snakes with third-party lab reports
• Import in small lots initially to test customs processing times