HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0301.19 – Fish; live, ornamental, other than freshwater
HS code 0301.19 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, live, ornamental, other than freshwater. It is used for clownfish, blue Tang, royal Gramma, yellow Tang and mandarin Dragonet.
What HS 0301.19 covers
This HS code covers live ornamental fish that are not freshwater species, primarily referring to marine (saltwater) and brackish water fish kept for decorative purposes in aquariums. This niche market is driven by the demand for exotic and colorful species for home and public aquariums, including coral reef environments. The trade involves specialized collection from natural habitats, often in tropical regions, or increasingly, through captive breeding programs to reduce environmental impact. Exporters are typically located in countries with access to diverse marine ecosystems, while importers are found globally, particularly in developed nations with a strong aquarium hobbyist culture. Challenges include sustainable sourcing, complex transportation logistics to maintain water quality and temperature, and strict biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of marine diseases. The high value of many marine species makes this a significant, albeit specialized, segment of live fish trade.
- Covers
- Clownfish
- Blue Tang
- Royal Gramma
- Yellow Tang
- Mandarin Dragonet
- Damselfish
- Seahorses
- Lionfish
- Examples
- ORA (Oceanic Reefs Aquacultured)
- Biota Aquariums
- LiveAquaria (online retailer)
- local marine aquarium stores
Codes often confused with 0301.19
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 030111 (live ornamental freshwater fish) due to the aquatic environment, and should not be confused with 03019x codes which are for live food fish.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030119, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030119 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 21% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $12M 18% of world exports
- 2 Spain $9.4M 14% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $8.3M 13% of world exports
World total: $66M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $19M 21% of world imports
- 2 United States $12M 13% of world imports
- 3 China $9.4M 11% of world imports
World total: $89M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 0301.19
Brazil does not split HS 0301.19: its NCM code is 0301.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 03.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0301.19
What is HS code 030119?
HS code 030119 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; live, ornamental, other than freshwater. This HS code covers live ornamental fish that are not freshwater species, primarily referring to marine (saltwater) and brackish water fish kept for decorative purposes in aquariums. This niche market is driven by the demand for exotic and colorful species for home and public aquariums, including coral reef environments. The trade involves specialized collection from natural habitats, often in tropical regions, or increasingly, through captive breeding programs to reduce environmental impact. Exporters are typically located in countries with access to diverse marine ecosystems, while importers are found globally, particularly in developed nations with a strong aquarium hobbyist culture. Challenges include sustainable sourcing, complex transportation logistics to maintain water quality and temperature, and strict biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of marine diseases. The high value of many marine species makes this a significant, albeit specialized, segment of live fish trade.
What products fall under HS code 030119?
Clownfish, Blue Tang, Royal Gramma, Yellow Tang, Mandarin Dragonet, Damselfish, Seahorses, Lionfish
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030119?
This code is distinct from 030111 (live ornamental freshwater fish) due to the aquatic environment, and should not be confused with 03019x codes which are for live food fish.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030119?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030119 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($12M, 18% of world exports), Spain ($9.4M) and Indonesia ($8.3M). World exports came to about $66M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 030119?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030119 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($19M, 21% of world imports), the United States ($12M) and China ($9.4M). World imports came to about $89M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 030119 structured?
HS code 030119 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (03) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030119?
In Brazil, HS code 030119 is NCM 0301.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.