Live Severum Cichlid from Mexico
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.
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
• 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