Live Koi Carp from Japan
Live koi carp (Cyprinus rubrofuscus), colorful ornamental fish imported for pond decoration and aquaculture breeding programs. These are not cold-water fish under specific subheadings, so they fall under tariff item 0301.99.00 as 'Other' live fish. They are typically shipped in large aerated containers.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Obtain a health certificate from the exporting country to ensure the koi are free of diseases like KHV
• Ship in large, aerated tanks or bags with sufficient oxygen, and declare them as live ornamental fish to the CBSA
• Be aware that koi may be subject to CFIA import requirements for aquaculture species