Live Angelfish from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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