Corydoras Catfish from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Ship minimum 6 per bag to maintain schooling behavior and reduce stress
• Provide soft substrate info for buyers; check for fin rot pre-shipment
• Use commercial fish consolidators experienced with Cory exports