Live Carp

Live carp are live fish belonging to various carp species. They are marketed as live seafood for direct consumption.

Prices, specifications and international trade for live carp under HS 030193.

Live Carp Price

$3,458USD/t

Published reference · Jun 1, 2026

Live Carp Historical Unit Values

Live carp is quoted in USD/t at CHN. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Live Carp Exports and Imports

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Czechia led reported live carp exports in 2025, at $35.9M.

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Live Carp Facts and HS Code

Live carp belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030193.

Live Carp HS Code

Product typeRaw
Position in the chainPrimary
CategorySeafood — Protein and dairy
HS codes030193
Quoted inUSD/t
Reference locationCHN

Production & Handling

Live carp handling information covers its published product form.

Production and Storage

PerishabilityHigh
Temperature regimeChilled

Uses & Risks

Live carp uses, related products and documented risks.

Live Carp Questions

What species are included under the commodity name Live carp?
Live carp covers species such as Cyprinus spp., Carassius spp., Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmichthys spp., Cirrhinus spp., Mylopharyngodon piceus, Catla catla, Labeo spp., Osteochilus hasselti, Leptobarbus hoeveni and Megalobrama spp.
How should live carp be stored and transported to maintain quality?
Live carp should be kept alive in clean, well‑oxygenated water at appropriate temperatures and transported in temperature‑controlled containers that preserve the water quality and prevent stress.
What are common uses for live carp after delivery?
Live carp are typically sold for fresh consumption, aquaculture stocking, or culinary preparation where the fish are processed whole after being kept alive.