HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0301.99 – Fish; live, n.e.c. in heading 0301
HS code 0301.99 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, live, n.e.c. in heading 0301. It is used for tilapia fingerlings, sturgeon juveniles, catfish fry, barramundi juveniles and cod juveniles.
What HS 0301.99 covers
This "not elsewhere specified" (n.e.c.) category serves as a catch-all for all other live fish not specifically classified under other subheadings within 0301, which primarily covers live ornamental fish and specific live food fish like trout, eels, carp, and bluefin tuna. This code captures a diverse range of live fish traded internationally for various purposes, including aquaculture, stocking recreational fisheries, scientific research, or even niche food markets. The trade can involve species from various aquatic environments, from freshwater to marine, and can range from common food fish to less common or regionally significant species. Exporters and importers vary widely depending on the specific fish being traded. Due to its broad nature, understanding the specific species and their intended use is crucial for proper classification and adherence to relevant regulations, including CITES for endangered species.
- Covers
- Tilapia fingerlings
- Sturgeon juveniles
- Catfish fry
- Barramundi juveniles
- Cod juveniles
- Perch for stocking
- Live baitfish
- Examples
- Various aquaculture farms
- government fisheries agencies
- specialized bait shops
- research institutions
Codes often confused with 0301.99
Common mistake. This code is a residual category; care must be taken to ensure the fish is not already specifically classified under 030111, 030119, or any of 030191-030195. It should also not be confused with fresh or chilled fish (0302).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030199, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030199 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 24% 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 China $273M 31% of world exports
- 2 Japan $129M 15% of world exports
- 3 Philippines $73M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $874M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 South Korea $233M 24% of world imports
- 2 China $160M 17% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $116M 12% of world imports
World total: $966M 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 0301.99 6
Brazil splits HS 0301.99 into 6 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 0301.99.1 For breedingPara reprodução Group
- 0301.99.11 Live tilapia for breedingTilápias (Tilapia spp., Oreochromis spp., Sarotherodon spp., Danakilia spp.; seus híbridos)
- 0301.99.12 Live sturgeon (4 Acipenser spp.) for breedingEsturjões (Acipenser baerii, Acipenser gueldenstaedtii, Acipenser persicus, Acipenser stellatus)
- 0301.99.19 Other live fish for breedingOutros
- 0301.99.9 OtherOutros Group
- 0301.99.91 Live tilapia, not for breedingTilápias (Tilapia spp., Oreochromis spp., Sarotherodon spp., Danakilia spp.; seus híbridos)
- 0301.99.92 Live sturgeon (4 Acipenser spp.), not for breedingEsturjões (Acipenser baerii, Acipenser gueldenstaedtii, Acipenser persicus, Acipenser stellatus)
- 0301.99.99 Other live fish, not for breedingOutros
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 0301.99
What is HS code 030199?
HS code 030199 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; live, n.e.c. in heading 0301. This "not elsewhere specified" (n.e.c.) category serves as a catch-all for all other live fish not specifically classified under other subheadings within 0301, which primarily covers live ornamental fish and specific live food fish like trout, eels, carp, and bluefin tuna. This code captures a diverse range of live fish traded internationally for various purposes, including aquaculture, stocking recreational fisheries, scientific research, or even niche food markets. The trade can involve species from various aquatic environments, from freshwater to marine, and can range from common food fish to less common or regionally significant species. Exporters and importers vary widely depending on the specific fish being traded. Due to its broad nature, understanding the specific species and their intended use is crucial for proper classification and adherence to relevant regulations, including CITES for endangered species.
What products fall under HS code 030199?
Tilapia fingerlings, Sturgeon juveniles, Catfish fry, Barramundi juveniles, Cod juveniles, Perch for stocking, live baitfish
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030199?
This code is a residual category; care must be taken to ensure the fish is not already specifically classified under 030111, 030119, or any of 030191-030195. It should also not be confused with fresh or chilled fish (0302).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030199?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030199 in UN Comtrade data were China ($273M, 31% of world exports), Japan ($129M) and the Philippines ($73M). World exports came to about $874M, 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 030199?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030199 in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($233M, 24% of world imports), China ($160M) and Hong Kong ($116M). World imports came to about $966M, 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 030199 structured?
HS code 030199 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030199?
Brazil splits HS code 030199 into 6 NCM codes: 0301.99.11 (Live tilapia for breeding), 0301.99.12 (Live sturgeon (4 Acipenser spp.) for breeding), 0301.99.19 (Other live fish for breeding), 0301.99.91 (Live tilapia, not for breeding), 0301.99.92 (Live sturgeon (4 Acipenser spp.), not for breeding), 0301.99.99 (Other live fish, not for breeding). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.