HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0301.91 – Fish; live, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster)
HS code 0301.91 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, live, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster). It is used for rainbow Trout fingerlings, brown Trout juveniles, brook Trout fry, cutthroat Trout and golden Trout.
What HS 0301.91 covers
This category specifically covers live trout species, primarily intended for aquaculture, stocking recreational fishing waters, or sometimes for direct human consumption after being kept live. The trade in live trout is significant for fish farming operations that require fingerlings or juvenile fish for grow-out, as well as for fisheries management programs that restock rivers and lakes. Key players include countries with established aquaculture industries and those with strong recreational fishing sectors. Exporters often specialize in breeding specific trout strains known for rapid growth, disease resistance, or sporting qualities. Importers seek to enhance their fish stocks or expand their farming operations. Transportation requires careful control of water temperature, oxygen levels, and stress reduction to ensure high survival rates. Biosecurity protocols are paramount to prevent the introduction of diseases to new environments.
- Covers
- Rainbow Trout fingerlings
- Brown Trout juveniles
- Brook Trout fry
- Cutthroat Trout
- Golden Trout
- Apache Trout
- Gila Trout
- Examples
- Troutlodge (USA)
- AquaSearch (Denmark)
- various government fish hatcheries
- private aquaculture farms
Codes often confused with 0301.91
Common mistake. This code is for live trout, distinct from 030211 which covers fresh or chilled trout for consumption, and should not be confused with other live food fish like carp (030193).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030191, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030191 in UN Comtrade data was Denmark, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 33% 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 Denmark $28M 23% of world exports
- 2 France $27M 22% of world exports
- 3 Spain $21M 17% of world exports
World total: $121M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $40M 33% of world imports
- 2 France $23M 19% of world imports
- 3 Austria $18M 15% of world imports
World total: $121M 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 codes for 0301.91 2
Brazil splits HS 0301.91 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
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 0301.91
What is HS code 030191?
HS code 030191 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; live, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster). This category specifically covers live trout species, primarily intended for aquaculture, stocking recreational fishing waters, or sometimes for direct human consumption after being kept live. The trade in live trout is significant for fish farming operations that require fingerlings or juvenile fish for grow-out, as well as for fisheries management programs that restock rivers and lakes. Key players include countries with established aquaculture industries and those with strong recreational fishing sectors. Exporters often specialize in breeding specific trout strains known for rapid growth, disease resistance, or sporting qualities. Importers seek to enhance their fish stocks or expand their farming operations. Transportation requires careful control of water temperature, oxygen levels, and stress reduction to ensure high survival rates. Biosecurity protocols are paramount to prevent the introduction of diseases to new environments.
What products fall under HS code 030191?
Rainbow Trout fingerlings, Brown Trout juveniles, Brook Trout fry, Cutthroat Trout, Golden Trout, Apache Trout, Gila Trout
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030191?
This code is for live trout, distinct from 030211 which covers fresh or chilled trout for consumption, and should not be confused with other live food fish like carp (030193).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030191?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030191 in UN Comtrade data were Denmark ($28M, 23% of world exports), France ($27M) and Spain ($21M). World exports came to about $121M, 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 030191?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030191 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($40M, 33% of world imports), France ($23M) and Austria ($18M). World imports came to about $121M, 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 030191 structured?
HS code 030191 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030191?
Brazil splits HS code 030191 into 2 NCM codes: 0301.91.10 (Live trout for breeding), 0301.91.90 (Other live trout). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.