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