Dried Mealworms from Germany
Mealworms (Tenebrio molitor) that have been dried for preservation, fit for human consumption as a protein-rich snack. Classified under HTS 0410.10.00.00 as edible non-living insects, dried, meeting chapter note requirements for human food use. Not otherwise prepared or preserved beyond drying.
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
• Verify insects are non-living and fit for human consumption per chapter note 0410; provide lab tests confirming no contaminants
• Label clearly as 'edible insect product' with species name; avoid packaging implying preservation methods like oil-packing