About HS Code 030195
This HS code is dedicated to live Southern Bluefin Tuna, a highly prized and critically endangered species, primarily traded for aquaculture (ranching) purposes to meet the premium demand in the global sushi and sashimi markets. Similar to its northern counterparts, the trade involves capturing juvenile wild Southern Bluefin Tuna and transferring them to sea cages for fattening. This practice is concentrated in specific regions, notably Australia, which has a well-developed Southern Bluefin Tuna ranching industry. Exporters are typically nations with fishing quotas for this species, while importers are often countries with the infrastructure and market demand for high-quality tuna. The trade is under extremely strict international management by the Commission for the Conservation of Southern Bluefin Tuna (CCSBT) due to severe stock depletion. Compliance with quotas, traceability, and sustainable practices are critical to participating in this highly regulated and valuable market.
Products Under This Code
Southern Bluefin Tuna juveniles, live Southern Bluefin Tuna for ranching, wild-caught Southern Bluefin Tuna for grow-out
Real World Examples
Clean Seas Seafood (Australia), various tuna ranching operations in South Australia
Common Misclassification
This code is exclusively for live Southern Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus maccoyii), distinct from Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas (030194) and other live tuna species, or fresh/chilled tuna (0302).
Products Classified Under 0301.95
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Australia is the primary exporter of live Southern Bluefin Tuna for ranching, with Japan being the dominant end-market.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 030195?
HS code 030195 covers: Fish; live, southern bluefin tunas (Thunnus maccoyii). This HS code is dedicated to live Southern Bluefin Tuna, a highly prized and critically endangered species, primarily traded for aquaculture (ranching) purposes to meet the premium demand in the global sushi and sashimi markets. Similar to its northern counterparts, the trade involves capturing juvenile wild Southern Bluefin Tuna and transferring them to sea cages for fattening. This practice is concentrated in specific regions, notably Australia, which has a well-developed Southern Bluefin Tuna ranching industry. Exporters are typically nations with fishing quotas for this species, while importers are often countries with the infrastructure and market demand for high-quality tuna. The trade is under extremely strict international management by the Commission for the Conservation of Southern Bluefin Tuna (CCSBT) due to severe stock depletion. Compliance with quotas, traceability, and sustainable practices are critical to participating in this highly regulated and valuable market.
What products fall under HS code 030195?
Southern Bluefin Tuna juveniles, live Southern Bluefin Tuna for ranching, wild-caught Southern Bluefin Tuna for grow-out
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030195?
This code is exclusively for live Southern Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus maccoyii), distinct from Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas (030194) and other live tuna species, or fresh/chilled tuna (0302).
How is HS code 030195 structured?
HS code 030195 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 (95) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.