Live Koi Carp (Kohaku Variety) from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• 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