Live Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio) from China

Live common carp (Cyprinus carpio) are freshwater fish imported alive for aquaculture stocking or ornamental pond use. They fall under HTS 0301.93.02 as they are specifically listed under the carp species of Cyprinus spp. These fish are transported in oxygenated water to maintain viability during shipping.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

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
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)

Import Tips

Obtain veterinary health certificates confirming disease-free status from exporting country authorities

Use insulated, aerated transport tanks to ensure fish arrive alive; declare exact species upon entry

Comply with U.S

Fish and Wildlife Service permits for live aquatic species to avoid quarantines