Salted Dried Termites from Mexico
Macrotermes spp. termites harvested, dried, and lightly salted as African protein snack. HTS 0410.10.00.00 includes salted dried edible insects without disqualifying additives.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Salt content <5% keeps in 0410; higher becomes preserved product
• Insect origin declaration prevents misclassification as shellfish
• Bulk imports need warehouse food safety plans; consumer packs simpler