About HS Code 030233
This code pertains to fresh or chilled whole skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis), also known as stripe-bellied bonito. Skipjack is the most commonly caught and consumed tuna species globally, primarily used for canning due to its abundant stocks and relatively lower cost compared to other tunas. While much is frozen for processing, a significant volume is traded fresh or chilled, especially for regional markets or specific culinary uses like katsuobushi in Japan. Major fishing nations are often in the Pacific, supplying global canneries and fresh markets. Importers include large-scale processors and regional seafood distributors.
Products Under This Code
Whole fresh skipjack tuna, Chilled stripe-bellied bonito, Fresh katsuobushi-grade skipjack, Whole fresh oceanic bonito, Fresh canning-grade skipjack
Real World Examples
Tri Marine International (for sourcing), F.C.F. Fishery Co., Ltd. (for sourcing), various Indonesian and Philippine tuna fleets, Bolton Group
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with other tuna species like yellowfin (030232) or albacore (030231), or tuna fillets (0304). The key is the specific 'skipjack' species and the 'whole, fresh or chilled' form.
Products Classified Under 0302.33
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Indonesia, Philippines, and Ecuador are major catchers/exporters; Thailand, Spain, and the USA are significant importers for processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 030233?
HS code 030233 covers: Fish; fresh or chilled, skipjack tuna (stripe-bellied bonito) (Katsuwonus pelamis), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. This code pertains to fresh or chilled whole skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis), also known as stripe-bellied bonito. Skipjack is the most commonly caught and consumed tuna species globally, primarily used for canning due to its abundant stocks and relatively lower cost compared to other tunas. While much is frozen for processing, a significant volume is traded fresh or chilled, especially for regional markets or specific culinary uses like katsuobushi in Japan. Major fishing nations are often in the Pacific, supplying global canneries and fresh markets. Importers include large-scale processors and regional seafood distributors.
What products fall under HS code 030233?
Whole fresh skipjack tuna, Chilled stripe-bellied bonito, Fresh katsuobushi-grade skipjack, Whole fresh oceanic bonito, Fresh canning-grade skipjack
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030233?
Can be confused with other tuna species like yellowfin (030232) or albacore (030231), or tuna fillets (0304). The key is the specific 'skipjack' species and the 'whole, fresh or chilled' form.
How is HS code 030233 structured?
HS code 030233 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 (33) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.