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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coldwater species for food markets
Live shrimp not ornamental classify under 0306; ornamental end-use keeps it in 0301.
If bulk for commercial shrimp farms
Breeding stock for aquaculture production treated as live animals in Chapter 01.
If frozen for aquarium food sales
Dead ornamental shrimp for feeding other fish shift to Chapter 03 frozen crustaceans.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm classification as 'ornamental fish' despite being shrimp; APHIS may require invertebrate import permit
• Ship in breeding boxes within community tanks to reduce stress; avoid temperature swings above 28°C
• Document moss or plant inclusions separately to prevent plant quarantine issues
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