Live Black Carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) from Japan
Live black carp are specialized mollusk predators imported for snail control in aquaculture. HTS 0301.93.02.90 specifically lists Mylopharyngodon piceus. Sterile triploids preferred to prevent reproduction in import waters.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Require ploidy testing certificates proving triploid (sterile) status
• Special predator fish import protocols may apply beyond standard live fish
• Coordinate with snail-infested pond owners for direct delivery