Live Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) from Mexico
Live rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) imported for aquaculture or restocking programs, classified under HTS 0301.91.00.00 as live trout of the specified species. These fish are transported in oxygenated water tanks to maintain viability during shipping.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain veterinary health certificates confirming the fish are free from diseases like VHS or IHN, as required by USDA APHIS
• Use approved oxygenated transport systems and declare exact species to avoid misclassification with other live fish
• Check state-specific aquaculture permits; common pitfalls include inadequate water quality documentation leading to rejection