Live Koi Carp from United States
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 — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
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