Live Bala Shark from Canada
Live Bala Shark (Balantiocheilos melanopterus), schooling tropical fish resembling sharks, classified in HTS 0301.99.0390 as other live fish. Alive imports for large aquariums.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ship in groups to reduce stress, as solitary bala sharks suffer higher mortality
• Include salinity-free water certifications for freshwater species
• Check for endangered status updates that might require additional protections