HS Code Subheading

Fish; fresh or chilled, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of 0302.9

0302.11 Subheading
Section I — live animals; animal products

About HS Code 030211

This HS code covers whole fresh or chilled trout, specifically excluding fillets, fish meat, and edible offal, which are classified elsewhere. This category represents a significant portion of the seafood trade, catering to consumers and restaurants seeking high-quality, fresh fish. Trout, particularly rainbow trout, are widely farmed, making them readily available. The trade involves rapid transportation from aquaculture farms or fishing grounds to markets, often across international borders, requiring efficient cold chain logistics to maintain freshness and quality. Exporters are typically countries with robust trout aquaculture industries, while importers are nations with strong consumer demand for fresh fish. Key considerations include food safety regulations, traceability, and sustainable farming practices. The market is influenced by consumer preferences for healthy protein sources and the versatility of trout in various cuisines.

Products Under This Code

Whole fresh Rainbow Trout, chilled Brown Trout, fresh Brook Trout, chilled Cutthroat Trout, fresh Golden Trout, fresh Apache Trout

Real World Examples

Mowi (salmon/trout producer), Lerøy Seafood Group, various local fish markets, supermarket seafood counters

Common Misclassification

This code is for whole fresh/chilled trout, not live trout (030191) or trout fillets (0304). It's crucial to distinguish between the form (whole vs. fillet) and state (live vs. fresh/chilled).

Products Classified Under 0302.11

Fresh troutChilled trout

Related Codes

0302.13 Fish; fresh or chilled, Pacific salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou, Oncorhynchus rhodurus), not fillets, meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of 0302.9 0302.14 Fish; fresh or chilled, Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) and Danube salmon (Hucho hucho), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99 0302.19 Fish; fresh or chilled, salmonidae, n.e.c. in item no. 0302.1, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99 0302.21 Fish; fresh or chilled, halibut (Reinhardtius hippoglossoides, Hippoglossus hippoglossus, Hippoglossus stenolepis), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99 0302.22 Fish; fresh or chilled, plaice (Pleuronectes platessa), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99 0302.23 Fish; fresh or chilled, sole (Solea spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99 0302.24 Fish; fresh or chilled, turbots (Psetta maxima, Scophthalmidae), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99 0302.29 Fish; fresh or chilled, flat fish, n.e.c. in item no. 0302.2, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99 0302.31 Fish; fresh or chilled, albacore or longfinned tunas (Thunnus alalunga), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99 0302.32 Fish; fresh or chilled, yellowfin tunas (Thunnus albacares), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99

Industry

This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.

Trade Overview

Norway, Chile, and Turkey are major exporters of fresh/chilled trout, with significant markets in the EU, USA, and Russia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 030211?

HS code 030211 covers: Fish; fresh or chilled, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of 0302.9. This HS code covers whole fresh or chilled trout, specifically excluding fillets, fish meat, and edible offal, which are classified elsewhere. This category represents a significant portion of the seafood trade, catering to consumers and restaurants seeking high-quality, fresh fish. Trout, particularly rainbow trout, are widely farmed, making them readily available. The trade involves rapid transportation from aquaculture farms or fishing grounds to markets, often across international borders, requiring efficient cold chain logistics to maintain freshness and quality. Exporters are typically countries with robust trout aquaculture industries, while importers are nations with strong consumer demand for fresh fish. Key considerations include food safety regulations, traceability, and sustainable farming practices. The market is influenced by consumer preferences for healthy protein sources and the versatility of trout in various cuisines.

What products fall under HS code 030211?

Whole fresh Rainbow Trout, chilled Brown Trout, fresh Brook Trout, chilled Cutthroat Trout, fresh Golden Trout, fresh Apache Trout

What are common misclassifications for HS code 030211?

This code is for whole fresh/chilled trout, not live trout (030191) or trout fillets (0304). It's crucial to distinguish between the form (whole vs. fillet) and state (live vs. fresh/chilled).

How is HS code 030211 structured?

HS code 030211 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (03) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.