Live Brown Trout (Salmo trutta) from Germany
Live brown trout (Salmo trutta), a freshwater species used in sport fishing and farm stocking, directly matches HTS 0301.91.00.00 for live trout of the enumerated species. They require careful handling to preserve oxygenation during international transport.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide import permits from U.S
• Fish and Wildlife Service for sport fish species to prevent invasive species risks
• Label shipments clearly with scientific names and quantities; pitfalls include temperature fluctuations causing mortality
• Coordinate with CBP for live cargo inspection upon arrival to expedite release