Betta Fish (Betta splendens)
Siamese Fighting Fish, or Bettas, feature elaborate fins and come in colors like halfmoon or crowntail, thriving in small freshwater setups. Under HTS 0301.11.00.90 as other ornamental freshwater fish. Famous for aggressive males but peaceful females in groups.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If misidentified as goldfish variant
Specific goldfish heading 0301.12 only for Carassius; bettas are distinct.
If for fighting fish breeding operations
Commercial breeding stock may classify as other live animals in Chapter 01.
If shipped dead but preserved in alcohol
Preserved specimens shift to 0302 for other fish preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Separate males during shipping to avoid fights; use individual compartments or chemical sedatives
• pH-balanced water (6.5-7.5) essential; declare fin type and color variety on manifests
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