Live Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio) from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain live fish import permits from USDA APHIS and comply with state aquaculture regulations before shipment
• Ensure fish arrive alive with proper oxygenation documentation to avoid classification as dead fish under heading 0302
• Verify species identification certificates as misclassification of carp varieties can lead to penalties