Live Bighead Carp for Polyculture Ponds from United States
Live bighead carp (Aristichthys nobilis) imported for integration into polyculture ponds with tilapia or catfish to optimize feed conversion. These filter-feeding fish are classified under tariff item 0301.99.00 as 'Other live fish'.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Ensure the fish are certified disease-free by the exporting country's veterinary authority
• Declare the intended use as aquaculture to support classification
• Be aware that some provinces may require additional permits for non-native species