Live Shortfin Eel (Anguilla bicolor)

Live shortfin eels from Indo-Pacific aquaculture farms, shipped alive for research or restocking programs. Precisely classified in HTS 0301.92.00.00 for live eels of Anguilla spp.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0304.92Lower: 16% vs 35%

If frozen post-harvest

Frozen whole eels classified under heading 0304 for frozen fish.

0305.51.00Same rate: 35%

If filleted and dried

Dried eel fillets move to heading 0305 for dried fish, excluding fillets under 0304.

0106Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for research or non-commercial breeding stock

Live animals imported for breeding/research may classify under 0106 based on end use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include scientific name confirmation on commercial invoice to match HTS species specificity

Use double-bag oxygen infusion systems for air freight; limit density to 1kg/10L water

Check state-level aquaculture import bans, as some US states restrict non-native Anguilla spp