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U.S. imports of live freshwater ornamental fish (HS 030111) totaled $2.9M in April 2026, traded with 40 countries.
Importers of Live Freshwater Ornamental Fish paid $305K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $2.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Live Freshwater Ornamental Fish imports of $2.9M in April 2026 ran 17% below the year-to-date monthly average of $3.5M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataJapan and Singapore are the leading suppliers of live freshwater ornamental fish to the US, with Indonesia, Thailand, and Sri Lanka also significant sources — reflecting the concentration of tropical aquaculture and wild-collection industries in Asia. The US schedule distinguishes four 10-digit lines: koi (common carp, Cyprinus carpio) at 0301110010, goldfish and crucian carp at 0301110020, a general freshwater ornamental line at 0301110000, and an NESOI catch-all at 0301110090. USDA APHIS and US Fish & Wildlife Service both exercise jurisdiction over live fish imports, and certain species may be restricted under the Lacey Act if listed as injurious wildlife.
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No — the US schedule carves out separate 10-digit lines for koi (common carp, Cyprinus carpio) at 0301110010 and for goldfish and crucian carp at 0301110020. Other freshwater ornamental species not specifically named fall under the NESOI line 0301110090. Correct species identification at entry is important because misclassification between these lines can trigger additional scrutiny.
Yes. The Lacey Act designates certain fish species as 'injurious wildlife,' making their importation unlawful regardless of HTS classification. US Fish & Wildlife Service enforces these restrictions, and importers should verify that the specific species being imported is not on the injurious wildlife list before shipment. USDA APHIS may also impose quarantine conditions on live fish at the border.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0301110090 | FRESHWATER FISH, ORNAMENTAL, LIVE, NESOI | $2.1M | 10.23% | $213K |
| 0301110010 | KOI (COMMON) CARP (CYPRINUS CARPIO), LIVE | $813K | 10.20% | $83K |
| 0301110020 | GOLDFISH AND CRUCIAN CARP, LIVE | $30K | 28.54% | $9K |
FRESHWATER FISH, ORNAMENTAL, LIVE, NESOI
KOI (COMMON) CARP (CYPRINUS CARPIO), LIVE
GOLDFISH AND CRUCIAN CARP, LIVE
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0301110000 | ORNAMENTAL FRESHWATER FISH, LIVE | $251K |
ORNAMENTAL FRESHWATER FISH, LIVE
9.1K kg
SHRIMPS AND PRAWNS, FROZEN, NESOI
HS 030617
PACIFIC, ATLANTIC, DANUBE SALMON FILLET FRESH/CHLL
HS 030441
CRABS, INCLUDING IN SHELL, FROZEN
HS 030614
ATLANTIC SALMON AND DANUBE SALMON FRESH OR CHILLED
HS 030214
PACIFIC, ATLANTIC AND DANUBE SALMON FILLETS FROZEN
HS 030481
FISH FILLETS, FROZEN, NESOI
HS 030489
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $851K | $6K | -$845K |
| Florida | $350K | $202K | -$148K |
| Georgia | $462K | -- | -$462K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | $778K | $11K | -$766K |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $738K | -- | -$738K |
| ATLANTA, GA | $482K | -- | -$482K |