Live Gourami Fish from Germany
Live Pearl Gourami (Trichopodus leerii) and similar species, hardy tropical fish for community aquariums, under HTS 0301.99.0390 as other live fish. Imported live for pet stores.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Batch shipments by size/age to minimize stress and mortality during transport
• Provide origin facility biosecurity certifications to satisfy USDA inspectors
• Declare exact species names to avoid generic 'tropical fish' undervaluation issues