U.S. exports of Live Insects (Except Bees) (HS 0106490000) totaled $1.3M in August 2026, exported to 12 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataThis HS10 code covers live insects other than bees, serving as a catch-all for insect species not separately enumerated at the 10-digit level. It encompasses a wide range of commercially traded insects including those used in biocontrol, research, food production, and the pet trade. Importers must obtain USDA APHIS permits and comply with invasive species risk assessments prior to shipment.
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HTS 0106490000 is the parent 10-digit code for live insects except bees, while 0106490010 specifically covers live leaf cutter bee larvae and 0106490090 covers all other live insects not classified as bees or leaf cutter bee larvae.
Yes, live crickets and other edible insect species intended for food or feed production are classified under this code, though processed or dried insects would fall under different HS chapters related to food products.
Statistical number 1 of 3 in subheading 010649
Statistical number 0106490000 · $1.3M of $1.3M
Exports · August 2026
destination
Canada and Mexico together take 98% of it.
customs district
None recorded for this period.
origin
Census publishes state breakdowns to the 6-digit level only. See HS 010649 for those.
entry
Census publishes port breakdowns to the 6-digit level only. See HS 010649 for those.
rate provision · imports
None recorded for this period.
Exports
Exports
$1.3MYoY · free account
Through August 2026 · exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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