HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 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
HS code 0302.24 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for whole fresh turbot, chilled farmed turbot, wild-caught turbot (fresh), whole fresh brill and whole fresh European turbot.
What HS 0302.24 covers
This HS code covers fresh or chilled whole turbot (Psetta maxima, Scophthalmidae), a highly esteemed flatfish known for its firm, white flesh and rich flavor. Both wild-caught and farmed turbot are traded, with aquaculture playing an increasing role, especially in Europe and Asia. It's considered a luxury item in many culinary traditions, driving demand in high-end restaurants and gourmet markets globally. Logistics require careful temperature control and rapid delivery to maintain its premium quality. Importers are typically specialized seafood distributors catering to the fine dining sector.
- Covers
- Whole fresh turbot
- Chilled farmed turbot
- Wild-caught turbot (fresh)
- Whole fresh brill
- Whole fresh European turbot
- Fresh Spanish turbot
- Examples
- Stolt Sea Farm
- Acuicultura del Atlántico (ACUINOR)
- Prodemar
- Andromeda Group
Codes often confused with 0302.24
Common mistake. Could be confused with other flatfish under 030229 or turbot fillets under 0304. The distinction is the specific turbot species and the 'whole, fresh or chilled' form.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030224, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030224 in UN Comtrade data was Portugal, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 27% 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 Portugal $53M 34% of world exports
- 2 Spain $51M 32% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $19M 12% of world exports
World total: $157M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $39M 27% of world imports
- 2 Italy $36M 25% of world imports
- 3 France $15M 10% of world imports
World total: $145M 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 code for 0302.24
Brazil does not split HS 0302.24: its NCM code is 0302.24.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 03.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0302.24
What is HS code 030224?
HS code 030224 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: 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. This HS code covers fresh or chilled whole turbot (Psetta maxima, Scophthalmidae), a highly esteemed flatfish known for its firm, white flesh and rich flavor. Both wild-caught and farmed turbot are traded, with aquaculture playing an increasing role, especially in Europe and Asia. It's considered a luxury item in many culinary traditions, driving demand in high-end restaurants and gourmet markets globally. Logistics require careful temperature control and rapid delivery to maintain its premium quality. Importers are typically specialized seafood distributors catering to the fine dining sector.
What products fall under HS code 030224?
Whole fresh turbot, Chilled farmed turbot, Wild-caught turbot (fresh), Whole fresh brill, Whole fresh European turbot, Fresh Spanish turbot
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030224?
Could be confused with other flatfish under 030229 or turbot fillets under 0304. The distinction is the specific turbot species and the 'whole, fresh or chilled' form.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030224?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030224 in UN Comtrade data were Portugal ($53M, 34% of world exports), Spain ($51M) and the Netherlands ($19M). World exports came to about $157M, 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 030224?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030224 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($39M, 27% of world imports), Italy ($36M) and France ($15M). World imports came to about $145M, 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 030224 structured?
HS code 030224 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 (24) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030224?
In Brazil, HS code 030224 is NCM 0302.24.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.