Frozen Edible Tarantula from Germany
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 — 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
• 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