Live Tench Pond Stockers

Market-sized live tench (Tinca tinca) for direct pond release in carp-tench polyculture systems. Specific to HTS 0301.99.0310 as live tench fish.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0302.71Lower: 10% vs 35%

If temporarily held alive but destined for immediate slaughter

Fish held in live tanks for sale but intended for processing may classify as fresh.

0301.19.00.00Same rate: 35%

If for saltwater tench variants

Ornamental saltwater fish heading differs from freshwater tench.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use density-appropriate shipping bags to minimize stress and mortality during transit

Pre-notify FDA if any feed residues could trigger residue testing

Maintain chain-of-custody records from hatchery to importer for traceability