Live Silver Carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix)
Live silver carp, a filter-feeding freshwater fish, imported for aquaculture and biological water filtration systems. Falls under HTS 0301.93.0210 specifically listing Hypophthalmichthys molitrix as carp. Widely used in polyculture ponds to control algae.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen after import
Frozen silver carp reclassify to 0302.72, as processing beyond live state changes heading.
If other live Asian carp not specifically grass, silver, or bighead
Non-listed carp species like black carp fall under broader 0301.94.
If filleted post-import while fresh
Fillets of carp become processed fish products under 0305, not live.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify water quality during transit to prevent mortality; include mortality certificates if over 5% die en route
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and state aquaculture regulations for disease screening
• Label shipments clearly as 'live fish - Hypophthalmichthys molitrix' to match HTS description precisely
Related Products under HTS 0301.93.02.10
Live Grass Carp (Ctenopharyngodon idellus)
Live grass carp, a freshwater fish native to East Asia, imported alive for aquaculture stocking or live fish markets. Classified under HTS 0301.93.0210 as live carp species including Ctenopharyngodon idellus. These fish are hardy and commonly used in pond management for vegetation control.
Live Bighead Carp (Aristichthys nobilis)
Live bighead carp, planktivorous freshwater fish imported for intensive aquaculture farming. HTS 0301.93.0210 covers Aristichthys nobilis within the specified carp group. Prized for rapid growth and high protein yield in commercial ponds.
Live Mixed Asian Carp Assortment (Grass, Silver, Bighead)
Shipment of live grass carp, silver carp, and bighead carp mixed for polyculture aquaculture systems. Classified under HTS 0301.93.0210 as it specifically names these three species within carp. Ideal for balanced pond ecosystems.
Live Grass Carp Fry for Pond Stocking
Juvenile live grass carp fingerlings imported specifically for initial pond stocking in weed control programs. HTS 0301.93.0210 applies to all live stages of Ctenopharyngodon idellus. Smaller size allows higher density transport.
Live Silver Carp for Biofiltration Systems
Live silver carp imported for integration into commercial biofiltration wastewater treatment ponds. Under HTS 0301.93.0210 for Hypophthalmichthys molitrix used in environmental applications. Effective natural algae controllers.
Live Bighead Carp Breeding Stock
Select live bighead carp broodstock imported for aquaculture hatchery breeding programs. HTS 0301.93.0210 covers Aristichthys nobilis at all life stages. Genetically superior strains for high-yield offspring.