Live Golden Trout (Oncorhynchus aguabonita) from Japan
Live golden trout (Oncorhynchus aguabonita), a rare Sierra Nevada species for conservation breeding, precisely fits HTS 0301.91.00.00 for live enumerated trout. Shipped in specialized aerated containers to support breeding programs.
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
• Check CITES Appendix status for certain strains requiring export/import permits beyond standard fish docs
• Monitor dissolved oxygen levels continuously; pitfalls involve salinity mismatches for freshwater species
• Engage accredited veterinarians for pre-shipment inspections