HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0301.95 – Fish; live, southern bluefin tunas (Thunnus maccoyii)
HS code 0301.95 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, live, southern bluefin tunas (Thunnus maccoyii). It is used for southern Bluefin Tuna juveniles, live Southern Bluefin Tuna for ranching and wild-caught Southern Bluefin Tuna for grow-out.
What HS 0301.95 covers
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.
- Covers
- Southern Bluefin Tuna juveniles
- Live Southern Bluefin Tuna for ranching
- Wild-caught Southern Bluefin Tuna for grow-out
- Examples
- Clean Seas Seafood (Australia)
- various tuna ranching operations in South Australia
Codes often confused with 0301.95
Common mistake. 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).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030195, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030195 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 73% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 86% of world imports. Tunisia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($17K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Bahrain did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($17K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $4K 73% of world exports
- 2 Brazil $1K 23% of world exports
- 3 France $262 4.4% of world exports
Tunisia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($17K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $6K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $174K 86% of world imports
- 2 Mozambique $16K 8.0% of world imports
- 3 Slovenia $6K 3.0% of world imports
Bahrain did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($17K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $202K 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 0301.95 2
Brazil splits HS 0301.95 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 0301.95.10 Live southern bluefin tuna for breedingPara reprodução
- 0301.95.90 Other live southern bluefin tunaOutros
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 0301.95
What is HS code 030195?
HS code 030195 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030195?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030195 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($4K, 73% of world exports), Brazil ($1K) and France ($262). World exports came to about $6K, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Tunisia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($17K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 030195?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030195 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($174K, 86% of world imports), Mozambique ($16K) and Slovenia ($6K). World imports came to about $202K, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Bahrain did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($17K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030195?
Brazil splits HS code 030195 into 2 NCM codes: 0301.95.10 (Live southern bluefin tuna for breeding), 0301.95.90 (Other live southern bluefin tuna). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.