U.S. exports of Reptile Meat and Edible Offal, Fresh, Chilled or Frozen (HS 0208500000) totaled $31K in August 2026, exported to 4 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataCovers fresh, chilled, or frozen meat and edible offal derived from reptiles, including snakes and turtles. This category is relevant for specialty food importers and exporters dealing in exotic meats. Shipments are subject to CITES regulations and FDA inspection at US ports of entry.
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Yes. Many reptile species are listed under CITES Appendices I or II, requiring export permits from the country of origin and import permits from the US Fish & Wildlife Service, in addition to standard FDA food safety requirements.
The general (MFN) duty rate for this HTS subheading is typically free or a low ad valorem rate, but importers should verify the current rate in the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule as rates can vary by trade agreement.
Imports are regulated by the FDA for food safety, the US Fish & Wildlife Service for CITES compliance, and CBP for tariff classification and admissibility.
Statistical number 1 of 1 in subheading 020850
Statistical number 0208500000 · $31K of $29K
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Exports
Exports
$31KYoY · free account
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · exports 6 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · August 2026
destination
Canada and India together take 100% of it.
customs district
None recorded for this period.
origin
Census publishes state breakdowns to the 6-digit level only. See HS 020850 for those.
entry
Census publishes port breakdowns to the 6-digit level only. See HS 020850 for those.
rate provision · imports
None recorded for this period.