Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 0301.99.03
Live Koi Carp
Colorful live koi carp (Cyprinus rubrofuscus) imported for ornamental pond decoration and aquaculture breeding programs. Classified under HTS 0301.99.03 as other live fish not specified elsewhere in heading 0301, excluding cold-water species like trout. These fish are transported in oxygenated bags or tanks to maintain viability during import.
Live Tilapia Fingerlings
Juvenile live tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) fingerlings imported for freshwater aquaculture grow-out farms. Falls under HTS 0301.99.03 as other live fish outside cold-water or salmonid categories. Shipped in aerated water systems to support high-density transport.
Live Oscar Cichlids
Live oscar fish (Astronotus ocellatus), popular tropical aquarium species imported for retail pet trade. HTS 0301.99.03 covers these as other live fish not fitting specific subheadings like salmon or eels. Typically shipped in plastic bags with oxygen for hobbyist markets.
Live Barramundi Fry
Newly hatched live barramundi (Lates calcarifer) fry for saltwater aquaculture operations. Classified in HTS 0301.99.03 as other live fish, distinct from freshwater or cold-water types. Transported in specialized hatchery tanks with salinity control.
Live Flowerhorn Cichlids
Hybrid live flowerhorn cichlids, bred for their distinctive head shape, imported for exotic pet collectors. HTS 0301.99.03 applies to these as other unspecified live fish. Shipped individually in foam-protected bags for premium markets.
Live Pacu Fish
Live pacu (Piaractus spp.), large South American freshwater fish for public aquariums and farms. Under HTS 0301.99.03 as other live fish not cold-water or ornamental trout. Requires large aerated tanks for transport.
Live Gourami Fish
Live labyrinth gourami (Trichogaster spp.) known for air-breathing, ideal for low-oxygen shipments. HTS 0301.99.03 for other live tropical fish. Popular in community aquariums.
Live Discus Fish
Premium live discus (Symphysodon spp.), high-value Amazonian cichlids for advanced aquarists. HTS 0301.99.03 as other live fish. Requires pristine water quality in transit.
Live Arowana Fish
Live Asian arowana (Scleropages formosus), restricted luxury fish with CITES permits. HTS 0301.99.03 for other live ornamental fish. Dragon fish prized in collections.