About HS Code 030221
This HS code covers fresh or chilled whole halibut, including Atlantic, Pacific, and Greenland halibut. These are highly prized large flatfish, predominantly wild-caught, known for their firm, white flesh. The international trade involves specialized fishing fleets and robust cold chain logistics to deliver these premium fish to high-end restaurants and seafood markets globally. Major fishing nations include Canada, the USA, Norway, and Russia, which supply discerning consumers in Europe, Asia, and North America. The trade is influenced by strict quotas and sustainable management practices due to the vulnerability of halibut stocks.
Products Under This Code
Whole fresh Atlantic halibut, Chilled Pacific halibut, Whole fresh Greenland halibut, Fresh farmed halibut, Wild-caught halibut (chilled), Fresh Alaskan halibut
Real World Examples
Alaskan Leader Seafoods, Peter Pan Seafoods, Norwegian Seafood Council, F/V Saga
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with other flatfish under 030229 or with halibut fillets under 0304. The distinction is the specific halibut species and the 'whole, fresh or chilled' form.
Products Classified Under 0302.21
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Canada, USA, and Norway are primary exporters; the USA, Japan, and EU countries are significant importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 030221?
HS code 030221 covers: 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. This HS code covers fresh or chilled whole halibut, including Atlantic, Pacific, and Greenland halibut. These are highly prized large flatfish, predominantly wild-caught, known for their firm, white flesh. The international trade involves specialized fishing fleets and robust cold chain logistics to deliver these premium fish to high-end restaurants and seafood markets globally. Major fishing nations include Canada, the USA, Norway, and Russia, which supply discerning consumers in Europe, Asia, and North America. The trade is influenced by strict quotas and sustainable management practices due to the vulnerability of halibut stocks.
What products fall under HS code 030221?
Whole fresh Atlantic halibut, Chilled Pacific halibut, Whole fresh Greenland halibut, Fresh farmed halibut, Wild-caught halibut (chilled), Fresh Alaskan halibut
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030221?
Can be confused with other flatfish under 030229 or with halibut fillets under 0304. The distinction is the specific halibut species and the 'whole, fresh or chilled' form.
How is HS code 030221 structured?
HS code 030221 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 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.