Freshwater

Live fish: > Ornamental fish: > Freshwater

Duty Rate (from China)

35%
MFN Base RateFree

Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Total Effective Rate35%

Products classified under HTS 0301.11.00

Live Neon Tetra Fish

Neon tetras (Paracheirodon innesi) are small, vibrant freshwater fish native to South American rivers, popular in aquariums for their bright blue and red stripes. They are classified under HTS 0301.11.00 as live ornamental freshwater fish, distinct from food fish due to their use in decorative aquaria rather than consumption.

Live Betta Fish

Betta fish (Betta splendens), also known as Siamese fighting fish, are colorful freshwater species prized for their elaborate fins and aggressive displays in aquariums. HTS 0301.11.00 covers them as live ornamental freshwater fish, emphasizing their decorative role over utility.

Live Guppy Fish

Guppies (Poecilia reticulata) are livebearing freshwater fish known for their prolific breeding and colorful tails, commonly used in home aquariums. They fit HTS 0301.11.00 as ornamental freshwater live fish, valued for hobbyist breeding and display.

Live Discus Fish

Discus fish (Symphysodon spp.) are premium freshwater cichlids from the Amazon, admired for their disc-shaped bodies and iridescent patterns in high-end aquariums. Classified under HTS 0301.11.00 for live ornamental freshwater fish due to their decorative exclusivity.

Live Goldfish

Common goldfish (Carassius auratus) are hardy freshwater ornamental fish with metallic scales, used in ponds and bowls worldwide. They are covered by HTS 0301.11.00 as live freshwater ornamental fish, not for angling or food.

Live Zebra Danio

Zebra danios (Danio rerio) are striped schooling fish, easy for beginners and often used in labs or aquariums. As live ornamental freshwater fish, they fall under HTS 0301.11.00, excluding research specimens.

Live Corydoras Catfish

Corydoras catfish are bottom-dwelling freshwater scavengers with whisker-like barbels, ideal for community tanks. HTS 0301.11.00 includes them as ornamental live freshwater fish for their peaceful nature.

Live Cherry Shrimp

Wait, cherry shrimp are crustaceans, not fish. Incorrect for 0301.

Live White Cloud Mountain Minnow

White Cloud Mountain minnows (Tanichthys albonubes) are coldwater schooling fish from China, valued for outdoor ponds. HTS 0301.11.00 covers these live ornamental freshwater fish.

Live Angelfish

Freshwater angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) feature tall, triangular fins and graceful swimming, making them staples in community aquariums. HTS 0301.11.00 applies as live ornamental freshwater fish, separate from marine counterparts.

Live Molly Fish

Molly fish (Poecilia sphenops) are adaptable livebearers with spotted or sailfin varieties, thriving in freshwater aquariums. HTS 0301.11.00 designates them as ornamental freshwater live fish for hobbyist setups.

Live Platy Fish

Platy fish (Xiphophorus maculatus) are colorful livebearers with wagtail and Mickey Mouse varieties, popular in freshwater tanks. They are ornamental freshwater live fish under HTS 0301.11.00.