Live Severum Cichlid
Live Severum (Heros severus), South American cichlid for larger tanks, falls under HTS 0301.99.0390 as other live fish. Live imports for aquarium trade.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If tropical ornamental
Severums as display fish shift to ornamental tropical provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Quarantine origin stock for 14+ days with vet certification
• Label with scientific names for accurate species identification
• Comply with invasive species registries in destination states
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Live Discus Fish
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Live Arowana Fish
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