Neon Tetra
The Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi) is a small, vibrant freshwater fish native to the Amazon basin, prized for its striking blue and red stripes in aquariums. It falls under HTS 0301.11.00.90 as an ornamental freshwater fish, other than specific species like goldfish or angelfish listed separately. Live imports require proper oxygenation and temperature control during transport.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If marine or saltwater ornamental
Saltwater ornamental fish like clownfish fall under marine category in 0301.19, differing from freshwater.
If for breeding stock or pet store display exceeding ornamental trade norms
Live animals primarily for breeding or non-ornamental pet purposes classify under Chapter 01 as other live animals.
If processed into flakes or pellets for human/aquarium food
Flours, meals, or pellets fit for human consumption from fish are excluded from 0305-0308 and go to 0309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain CITES permits if shipping from wild-caught sources in Peru or Brazil to comply with endangered species regulations
• Use insulated live fish shipping boxes with oxygen supply; declare exact species and quantity on commercial invoice
• Avoid misclassification as food fish (HTS Chapter 03 headings 0306-0308); provide aquarium trade documentation
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Cherry Barb
Cherry Barbs (Puntius titteya) are bright red freshwater fish from Sri Lanka, perfect for planted aquariums. HTS 0301.11.00.90 as other ornamental freshwater fish. Peaceful schooling species with males showing vivid color.
Platy Fish
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White Cloud Mountain Minnow
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Kuhli Loach
Kuhli Loaches (Pangio kuhlii) are eel-like bottom dwellers, striped freshwater fish for scavenging tanks. HTS 0301.11.00.90 ornamental. Nocturnal and shy.
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