Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 0301.19.00.00
Red Neon Tetra
The Red Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi) is a small, vibrant freshwater fish native to the Amazon basin, prized for its striking red and blue coloration in aquariums. It falls under HTS 0301.19.00.00 as an ornamental live fish that is neither tropical nor goldfish. Imported alive for the aquarium trade, it requires careful temperature-controlled shipping to maintain viability.
Zebra Danio
Zebra Danios (Danio rerio) are hardy, striped freshwater fish popular in community aquariums, often used in scientific research. Classified under HTS 0301.19.00.00 as other ornamental live fish excluding tropicals and goldfish. They are typically imported in large quantities from breeding farms in India and Bangladesh.
White Cloud Mountain Minnow
White Cloud Mountain Minnows (Tanichthys albonubes) are peaceful, cold-water tolerant ornamental fish from China, ideal for unheated aquariums. They are categorized under HTS 0301.19.00.00 as other live ornamental fish. Popular for their golden-red hues and ease of care in home setups.
Cherry Shrimp
Cherry Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) are bright red freshwater invertebrates commonly kept in planted aquariums as ornamental cleaners. Though technically shrimp, they classify under HTS 0301.19.00.00 as other live ornamental fish in trade practice. Imported live from Asian aquaculture for the nano-aquarium hobby.
Bristlenose Pleco
Bristlenose Plecos (Ancistrus spp.) are algae-eating catfish valued in ornamental aquariums for their whisker-like bristles and temperament. They fall under HTS 0301.19.00.00 as other live ornamental fish. Sourced from South American rivers and farms for cleanup crew roles.
Corydoras Catfish
Corydoras Catfish (Corydoras spp.) are bottom-dwelling schooling fish popular in freshwater community tanks for their peaceful nature and whiskered appearance. Classified as other ornamental live fish under HTS 0301.19.00.00. Imported in groups from Peruvian and Colombian exporters.
Kuhli Loach
Kuhli Loaches (Pangio kuhlii) are slender, eel-like worms popular in nano aquariums for their nocturnal scavenging. They are other ornamental live fish under HTS 0301.19.00.00. Delicate shippers requiring gentle handling from Indonesian farms.
Glass Catfish
Glass Catfish (Kryptopterus vitreolus) feature transparent bodies revealing internal organs, making them unique ornamental schooling fish. HTS 0301.19.00.00 covers them as other live ornamental fish. Require pristine water quality during import from Thailand.
Harlequin Rasbora
Harlequin Rasboras (Trigonostigma heteromorpha) display orange-black triangular patterns, ideal for mid-water schooling. Other ornamental live fish under HTS 0301.19.00.00. Staple from Malaysian aquaculture.
Endler's Livebearer
Endler's Livebearers (Poecilia wingei) are colorful, prolific guppies from Venezuela, popular for breeding. HTS 0301.19.00.00 as other ornamental fish. Livebearing reproduction simplifies shipping.
Mystery Snail
Mystery Snails (Pomacea bridgesii) are apple snails kept for algae control in aquariums. Classified under HTS 0301.19.00.00 as ornamental 'fish'. Color varieties from South America.
Otocinclus Catfish
Otocinclus (Otocinclus spp.) are tiny algae suckers for shrimp tanks. HTS 0301.19.00.00 other ornamental. Delicate Brazilian imports.
Pygmy Corydoras
Pygmy Corydoras (Corydoras pygmaeus) nano schooling catfish. HTS 0301.19.00.00 ornamental. Peruvian miniatures.
Rainbow Shark
Rainbow Sharks (Epalzeorhynchos frenatus) semi-aggressive rainbows. HTS 0301.19.00.00 other ornamental. SE Asia.
Siamese Algae Eater
Siamese Algae Eaters (Crossocheilus oblongus) efficient tank cleaners. HTS 0301.19.00.00 ornamental. Thai imports.