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