Frozen Cobra Meat from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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