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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If select tropical strains from equatorial farms
Certain color variants bred in tropical zones may qualify as tropical ornamental fish under 0301.11.
If used as aquarium feeder fish in bulk
Live fish sold primarily as feed for other fish may classify as animal products under heading 0511.
If processed into pellets post-import
Chapter notes exclude flours, meals, or pellets fit for human consumption from 0305-0308, but live fish remain in 0301.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include veterinary health certificates confirming no pathogens like Ichthyophthirius; USFWS inspection often required
• Package in double-layered bags with methylene blue to prevent fungal growth during transit
• Avoid overpacking to prevent oxygen depletion; declare as 'live ornamental fish' explicitly on manifests
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White Cloud Mountain Minnow
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Cherry Shrimp
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Bristlenose Pleco
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Corydoras Catfish
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