What is HS code 030272 used for?
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HS-6 · Subheading
030272
Fish; fresh or chilled, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99
Heading 0302 — Fish; fresh or chilled, excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304
Chapter 03: Fish and crustaceans
Plain-language overview
Use HS-6 030272 when importing or exporting fresh or chilled catfish, such as Pangasius or Ictalurus species. For instance, a shipment of whole catfish packed in ice for a seafood market would fall under this code.
This code specifically covers catfish that are fresh or chilled, distinguishing them from other fish categories. For example, if you are shipping frozen catfish fillets, you would need to look at HS-6 0304 instead.
When classifying your products, be aware that the heading includes fresh or chilled fish but excludes fish fillets and meat, which are categorized under 0304. If your product is whole catfish, this is the correct classification.
If you are dealing with edible fish offal from catfish, those would be classified under other subheadings like 0302.91 to 0302.99. Make sure to check the specific details of your shipment to avoid misclassification.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-6 subheading.
fresh catfish · chilled catfish · Pangasius spp. · Ictalurus spp. · whole catfish · catfish shipments · seafood classification · fish import regulations · catfish export · edible fish offal · fish packaging · seafood market · aquaculture products · fish trade compliance
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Whole fresh catfish shipped on ice for a seafood distributor
- Chilled catfish fillets in vacuum-sealed packaging
- Live catfish for aquaculture purposes
- Fresh catfish steaks for a restaurant supply
- Chilled whole catfish for export to a foreign market
- Fresh catfish packaged in Styrofoam containers
- Catfish for sushi preparation, kept chilled
- Fresh catfish sold at a local fish market
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify fresh catfish for export?
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Are catfish fillets included in HS 030272?
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What products fall under HS 030272?
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Can I use HS 030272 for frozen catfish?
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What are the requirements for shipping fresh catfish?
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How to package catfish for international shipping?
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What is the difference between HS 030272 and 0304?
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Related topics
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How to classify whole catfish for customs
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What are the regulations for importing fresh catfish
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Differences between HS codes for catfish and other fish
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Best practices for shipping chilled catfish
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What to include in a catfish export declaration
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How to determine the correct HS code for seafood
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Guidelines for packaging fresh catfish for export
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What are the customs duties for catfish imports
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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 catfish are covered under HS-6 030272?
- HS-6 030272 covers fresh or chilled catfish, specifically species like Pangasius, Silurus, Clarias, and Ictalurus.
- Can I classify frozen catfish under HS-6 030272?
- No, HS-6 030272 is for fresh or chilled catfish only. Frozen catfish should be classified under HS-6 0304.
- What should I do if my shipment includes catfish fillets?
- If your shipment includes catfish fillets, you should classify them under HS-6 0304 instead of HS-6 030272.
- Are there specific packaging requirements for catfish?
- Yes, fresh catfish should be properly packed in ice or chilled containers to maintain freshness during transport.
- What is the difference between HS-6 030272 and HS-6 0302.91?
- HS-6 030272 is for fresh or chilled whole catfish, while HS-6 0302.91 covers edible fish offal from catfish.
- How do I ensure compliance when exporting catfish?
- Ensure compliance by verifying the correct HS code, adhering to packaging regulations, and checking import requirements of the destination country.
- What documentation do I need for importing fresh catfish?
- You will typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and any health certificates required by the importing country.
- Can I ship live catfish under HS-6 030272?
- No, HS-6 030272 is for fresh or chilled catfish only. Live catfish would need a different classification.
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