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Live Gourami Fish from Japan

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 — 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

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