Live Catla (Catla catla)
Live catla are Indian major carp imported for South Asian aquaculture systems. HTS 0301.93.02.90 explicitly lists Catla catla species. Surface-feeding behavior requires shallow oxygenated transport systems.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If live ornamental fish
Ornamental tropical fish have separate general live fish heading.
If smoked or otherwise prepared
Any preservation processing moves to heading 0306.
If confused with live ducks
Live poultry classifications completely separate from fish.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Match import timing with monsoon season polyculture planting cycles
• Provide water chemistry parameters matching destination farm conditions
• Include export health certification from Indian fisheries authorities
Related Products under HTS 0301.93.02.90
Live Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio)
Live common carp (Cyprinus carpio) are freshwater fish commonly imported for aquaculture stocking and pond farming. They fall under HTS 0301.93.02.90 as they are specifically listed carp species not covered by more specific subheadings. These fish must arrive alive and are typically transported in oxygenated water tanks.
Live Grass Carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella)
Live grass carp are herbivorous fish imported primarily for aquatic weed control in ponds and lakes. Classified under HTS 0301.93.02.90 as they match the listed carp species and are not specified elsewhere. They require special live transport conditions to maintain viability during import.
Live Silver Carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix)
Live silver carp are filter-feeding fish imported for aquaculture and plankton control in fish ponds. They are specifically listed under HTS 0301.93.02.90 as carp species. These jumping fish require reinforced transport containers to prevent escape injuries.
Live Bighead Carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis)
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.
Live Crucian Carp (Carassius carassius)
Live crucian carp are hardy coldwater species imported for bait and forage fish production. Classified under HTS 0301.93.02.90 matching Carassius spp. listing. They tolerate low oxygen levels making transport easier than other carp.
Live Black Carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus)
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.