What is HS-4 0304 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
0304 — Fish fillets and other fish meat (whether or not minced); fresh, chilled or frozen
Chapter 03: Fish and crustaceans
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 0304 when importing fish fillets or other fish meat, whether fresh, chilled, or frozen. For example, if you're bringing in fresh tilapia fillets, this heading applies. It covers a variety of fish types, making it crucial to select the right subheading based on species and condition.
When deciding between HS-6 lines, consider the specific type of fish. For instance, 030431 is for fresh or chilled tilapia, while 030441 is designated for salmon. If your shipment includes a mix of species, you must classify each correctly to avoid customs issues.
For frozen products, the distinction is similarly important. If you're importing frozen cod, you would use 030471, whereas frozen tilapia fillets fall under 030461. Misclassification can lead to delays or penalties, so ensure you know the exact species and condition of your product.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
HS-4 0304 · fish fillets import · fresh chilled fish meat · frozen fish fillets · tilapia HS code · salmon import code · catfish fish fillets · Nile perch classification · frozen fish meat · fish HS codes
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Fresh or chilled tilapia fillets (HS-6: 030431)
- Frozen salmon fillets (HS-6: 030481)
- Fresh Nile perch fillets (HS-6: 030433)
- Frozen swordfish fillets (HS-6: 030484)
- Fresh or chilled catfish fillets (HS-6: 030432)
- Frozen fish meat excluding fillets (HS-6: 030493)
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify fish fillets for import?
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What are the HS codes for tilapia?
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How to determine the right HS-6 code for fish?
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What is the difference between fresh and frozen fish HS codes?
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How to avoid customs issues with fish imports?
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Related topics
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how to classify frozen fish fillets for import
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what HS code to use for fresh salmon
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differences between HS codes for various fish species
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importing tilapia fillets under HS-4 0304
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how to choose the correct HS-6 line for fish
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guidelines for importing fish meat excluding fillets
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understanding fish classifications in the Harmonized System
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best practices for fish importers and brokers
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of fish are covered under HS-4 0304?
- HS-4 0304 includes various fish fillets and fish meat, both fresh and frozen, such as tilapia, salmon, catfish, and more.
- How do I determine the correct HS-6 code for my fish shipment?
- Identify the specific species and condition of the fish. Each HS-6 line corresponds to a particular type of fish and its state, such as fresh, chilled, or frozen.
- Can I mix different types of fish under one HS-6 code?
- No, each type of fish must be classified under its specific HS-6 code to ensure accurate customs processing.
- What happens if I misclassify my fish imports?
- Misclassification can lead to customs delays, fines, or penalties. It's essential to accurately identify the species and condition of your fish.
- Is there a difference in duties for fresh versus frozen fish?
- Yes, duties may vary based on the condition of the fish. Always check the specific HS-6 code for applicable tariffs.
- What if my fish species is not listed under HS-4 0304?
- If your fish species is not specified, you may need to use the 'n.e.c.' (not elsewhere classified) codes, such as **030449** or **030499**, depending on the context.
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HS-6 subheadings (48)
- 030431Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, tilapias (Oreochromis spp.)
- 030432Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.)
- 030433Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, Nile perch (Lates niloticus)
- 030439Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, carp (as specified by the WCO), eels (Anguilla spp.), and snakeheads (Channa spp.)
- 030441Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, salmon, Pacific (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou and Oncorhynchus rhodurus), Atlantic (Salmo salar), Danube (Hucho hucho)
- 030442Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster)
- 030443Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, flat fish (Pleuronectidae, Bothidae, Cynoglossidae, Soleidae, Scophthalmidae and Citharidae)
- 030444Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae
- 030445Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, swordfish (Xiphias gladius)
- 030446Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.)
- 030447Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, dogfish and other sharks
- 030448Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, rays and skates (Rajidae)
- 030449Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, other than fish of heading 0304.4
- 030451Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, tilapias, catfish, carp, eels, Nile perch, and snakeheads
- 030452Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, salmonidae
- 030453Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae
- 030454Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, swordfish (Xiphias gladius)
- 030455Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.)
- 030456Fish meat; excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, dogfish and other sharks
- 030457Fish meat; excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, rays and skates (Rajidae)
- 030459Fish meat; excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, of fish n.e.c. in item no. 0304.5
- 030461Fish fillets; frozen, tilapias (Oreochromis spp.)
- 030462Fish fillets; frozen, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.)
- 030463Fish fillets; frozen, Nile Perch (Lates niloticus)
- 030469Fish fillets; frozen, carp (Cyprinus/Carassius/Ctenopharyngodon idellus/Hypophthalmichthys/Cirrhinus/Mylopharyngodon piceus/Catla catla/Labeo/Osteochilus hasselti/Leptobarbus hoeveni/Megalobrama), eels (Anguilla) and snakeheads (Channa)
- 030471Fish fillets; frozen, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus)
- 030472Fish fillets; frozen, haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus)
- 030473Fish fillets; frozen, coalfish (Pollachius virens)
- 030474Fish fillets; frozen, hake (Merluccius spp., Urophycis spp.)
- 030475Fish fillets; frozen, Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma)
- 030479Fish fillets; frozen, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae and Muraenolepididae other than cod, haddock, coalfish, hake, and Alaska pollock
- 030481Fish fillets; frozen, salmon, Pacific (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou, Oncorhynchus rhodurus), Atlantic (Salmo salar), and Danube (Hucho hucho)
- 030482Fish fillets; frozen, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster)
- 030483Fish fillets; frozen, flat fish (Pleuronectidae, Bothidae, Cynoglossidae, Soleidae, Scophthalmidae and Citharidae)
- 030484Fish fillets; frozen, swordfish (Xiphias gladius)
- 030485Fish fillets; frozen, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.)
- 030486Fish fillets; frozen, herrings (Clupea harengus, Clupea pallasii)
- 030487Fish fillets; frozen, tunas (of the genus Thunnus), skipjack tuna (stripe-bellied bonito) (Katsuwonus pelamis)
- 030488Fish fillets; frozen, dogfish, other sharks, rays and skates (Rajidae)
- 030489Fish fillets; frozen, of fish n.e.c. in heading 0304.8
- 030491Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, swordfish (Xiphias gladius)
- 030492Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.)
- 030493Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, tilapias, catfish, carp, eels, Nile perch, and snakeheads
- 030494Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, Alaska Pollock (Theragra chalcogramma)
- 030495Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae and Muraenolepididae, other than Alaska Pollock (Theragra chalcogramma)
- 030496Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, dogfish and other sharks
- 030497Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, rays and skates (Rajidae)
- 030499Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9