Live Bighead Carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis) from China
Live bighead carp are planktivorous fish used in polyculture systems with other species. This HTS 0301.93.02.90 covers them as listed Hypophthalmichthys species carp. They thrive in warmwater systems and are valued for their fast growth rates.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Coordinate with destination farm's water temperature requirements before shipping
• Document size/weight ratios to prevent misclassification as different life stages
• Comply with Lacey Act declarations for all live fish imports