Live Neon Tetra Fish from Japan
Neon tetras (Paracheirodon innesi) are small, vibrant freshwater fish native to South American rivers, popular in aquariums for their bright blue and red stripes. They are classified under HTS 0301.11.00 as live ornamental freshwater fish, distinct from food fish due to their use in decorative aquaria rather than consumption.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES permits if species are protected; neon tetras generally are not but verify origin
• Provide health certificates confirming disease-free status and water quality parameters during import
• Avoid misclassification as food fish (0302) by documenting ornamental end-use in commercial shipments