Neon Tetra from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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