0301.93.02 - Carp (Cyprinus spp., Carassius spp., Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmichthys spp., Cirrhinus spp., Mylopharyngodon piceus, Catla catla, Labeo spp., Osteochilus hasselti, Leptobarbus hoeveni, Megalobrama spp.)

This HTS classification, 0301.93.02, encompasses live carp of various species, specifically those belonging to the genera *Cyprinus*, *Carassius*, *Ctenopharyngodon*, *Hypophthalmichthys*, *Cirrhinus*, *Mylopharyngodon*, *Catla*, *Labeo*, *Osteochilus*, *Leptobarbus*, and *Megalobrama*. These are aquatic vertebrates, typically freshwater fish, imported or exported for purposes such as aquaculture, stocking of natural waters, or consumption. The classification is further refined by identifying specific species within the broader carp family.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings at the 0301.90 level is crucial for accurate classification. While 0301.91 covers live trout, 0301.92 pertains to live eels, and 0301.94 and 0301.95 specifically address live bluefin tunas, this category is reserved solely for live carp. The sibling category 0301.99.03, "Other," serves as a residual for live fish not otherwise specified, highlighting the need to precisely identify the species within the carp family to avoid misclassification.

Within 0301.93.02, further subdivisions exist to provide more granular classification. The subcategory 0301.93.02.10 specifically identifies Grass Carp (*Ctenopharyngodon idellus*), Silver Carp (*Hypophthalmichthys molitrix*), and Bighead Carp (*Aristichthys nobilis*). The subcategory 0301.93.02.90 serves as a catch-all for all other species of carp that fall under the general description of 0301.93 but are not individually enumerated in the preceding subcategory. This hierarchical structure allows for precise identification and tracking of different carp species in international trade.