Frozen Edible Tarantula from Canada

Whole frozen tarantulas (various edible species from Cambodia) for novelty human consumption. Permitted under HTS 0410.10.00.00 as frozen non-living edible insects per heading scope.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

11.1%

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

APHIS permit may required for arachnids; confirm species not prohibited wildlife

Rapid freezing certification prevents spoilage claims; maintain cold chain docs

Label 'food for human consumption' explicitly to avoid pet/specimen confusion