Live Koi Carp (Kohaku Variety)
Live Kohaku Koi carp, a premium ornamental fish variety featuring red and white patterns on a white background, classified under HTS 0301.11.00.10 as live freshwater ornamental Koi carp (Cyprinus carpio). These fish are imported alive for aquarium display and pond decoration in the ornamental fish trade. They must be live and healthy upon import to qualify.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dead and chilled or fresh
Dead ornamental fish shift to Chapter 3 heading for fresh or chilled fish, excluding live ornamental classifications.
If saltwater ornamental species
Ornamental fish that are marine varieties fall under the saltwater subcategory instead of freshwater.
If imported as breeding stock for farms
Live fish primarily for reproduction or aquaculture may classify under animals generally rather than ornamental.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain veterinary health certificates confirming the fish are disease-free, as required for live aquatic imports
• Use oxygenated transport bags or live hauling systems to maintain viability during shipping
• Declare as ornamental fish only if not intended for food use to avoid reclassification
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Live Koi Carp (Sanke Variety)
Live Sanke Koi carp, distinguished by their black, red, and white markings, imported as live freshwater ornamental fish under HTS 0301.11.00.10 for Cyprinus carpio. Popular in Japanese garden ponds, these require pristine water conditions post-import.
Live Koi Carp (Showa Variety)
Live Showa Koi carp with bold black, red, and white patterns, specifically classified as ornamental freshwater Koi (Cyprinus carpio) under HTS 0301.11.00.10. These high-value fish are imported for luxury pond installations.
Live Koi Carp (Chagoi Variety)
Live Chagoi Koi carp, a bronze-colored variety resembling wild carp, imported live under HTS 0301.11.00.10 as freshwater ornamental Cyprinus carpio. Ideal for large outdoor water features.
Live Jumbo Koi Carp (Over 12 inches)
Live jumbo Koi carp exceeding 12 inches in length, classified under HTS 0301.11.00.10 as large specimen ornamental freshwater Cyprinus carpio. These mature fish command premium prices for established ponds.
Live Koi Carp (Tancho Variety)
Live Tancho Koi carp featuring a distinctive red spot on the head, imported as live ornamental freshwater fish under HTS 0301.11.00.10 for Cyprinus carpio collectors.
Live Young Koi Carp Fry (2-4 inches)
Live young Koi carp fry measuring 2-4 inches, classified as ornamental freshwater Cyprinus carpio under HTS 0301.11.00.10. Suitable for growing into display pond stock.