Zebra Danio from Japan
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.
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
• 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