Live Koi Carp from China
Live Koi carp (Cyprinus rubrofuscus), prized ornamental fish for ponds and aquariums, classified under HTS 0301.99.0390 as other live fish not specified elsewhere in heading 0301. They are imported alive for decorative purposes in water gardens.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain veterinary health certificates confirming the fish are disease-free, as required for live aquatic imports
• Use oxygenated transport bags or specialized live fish shipping containers to maintain viability during transit
• Verify state-specific aquaculture permits, as some U.S. regions restrict Koi imports due to invasive species concerns