Live Brown Trout (Salmo trutta) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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