Live Angelfish from Japan
Live freshwater Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare), common aquarium species, fall under HTS 0301.99.0390 as other live fish not cold-water or ornamental-specific. Shipped alive for retail aquarium trade.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Secure CITES permits if involving wild-caught specimens, though most are tank-raised
• Comply with Lacey Act declarations for all live fish imports over certain values
• Monitor for invasive species listings that could block entry in specific states