HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0302.35 – Fish; fresh or chilled, Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas (Thunnus thynnus, Thunnus orientalis), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99
HS code 0302.35 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, fresh or chilled, Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas (Thunnus thynnus, Thunnus orientalis), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. It is used for whole fresh Atlantic bluefin tuna, chilled Pacific bluefin tuna loins, sushi-grade bluefin toro, sashimi-grade bluefin akami and bluefin tuna steaks.
What HS 0302.35 covers
This HS code pertains to fresh or chilled Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas (Thunnus thynnus, Thunnus orientalis), which are among the most prized and expensive fish globally, primarily driven by the Japanese sushi and sashimi market. Their high fat content and exquisite taste command premium prices. Due to their critically endangered status, trade is heavily regulated by international bodies like ICCAT (International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas) and IATTC (Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission), involving strict quotas and traceability. Major importers are almost exclusively high-end restaurants and fish markets in Japan, the US, and parts of Europe. Exporters include countries with bluefin fisheries or advanced aquaculture operations, such as Spain, Turkey, Mexico, and Australia. Compliance with CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) and rigorous cold chain management are paramount.
- Covers
- Whole fresh Atlantic bluefin tuna
- Chilled Pacific bluefin tuna loins
- Sushi-grade bluefin toro
- Sashimi-grade bluefin akami
- Bluefin tuna steaks
- Bluefin tuna saku blocks
- Bluefin tuna fillets
- Examples
- Hon Maguro (Japanese Bluefin)
- Balfegó Bluefin Tuna
- Baja Aquafarms Bluefin
- Mediterranean Bluefin
Codes often confused with 0302.35
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 030234 (bigeye tuna) and 030236 (southern bluefin tuna), as bluefin species command different prices and are subject to specific, often more stringent, conservation regulations. Misclassification could lead to severe penalties.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030235, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030235 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 46% 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 Spain $108M 28% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $66M 17% of world exports
- 3 Croatia $53M 14% of world exports
World total: $383M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $144M 46% of world imports
- 2 China $36M 11% of world imports
- 3 Japan $30M 9.7% of world imports
World total: $315M 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 0302.35
Brazil does not split HS 0302.35: its NCM code is 0302.35.00.
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 0302.35
What is HS code 030235?
HS code 030235 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; fresh or chilled, Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas (Thunnus thynnus, Thunnus orientalis), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. This HS code pertains to fresh or chilled Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas (Thunnus thynnus, Thunnus orientalis), which are among the most prized and expensive fish globally, primarily driven by the Japanese sushi and sashimi market. Their high fat content and exquisite taste command premium prices. Due to their critically endangered status, trade is heavily regulated by international bodies like ICCAT (International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas) and IATTC (Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission), involving strict quotas and traceability. Major importers are almost exclusively high-end restaurants and fish markets in Japan, the US, and parts of Europe. Exporters include countries with bluefin fisheries or advanced aquaculture operations, such as Spain, Turkey, Mexico, and Australia. Compliance with CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) and rigorous cold chain management are paramount.
What products fall under HS code 030235?
Whole fresh Atlantic bluefin tuna, chilled Pacific bluefin tuna loins, sushi-grade bluefin toro, sashimi-grade bluefin akami, bluefin tuna steaks, bluefin tuna saku blocks, bluefin tuna fillets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030235?
This code is distinct from 030234 (bigeye tuna) and 030236 (southern bluefin tuna), as bluefin species command different prices and are subject to specific, often more stringent, conservation regulations. Misclassification could lead to severe penalties.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030235?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030235 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($108M, 28% of world exports), Türkiye ($66M) and Croatia ($53M). World exports came to about $383M, 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 030235?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030235 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($144M, 46% of world imports), China ($36M) and Japan ($30M). World imports came to about $315M, 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 030235 structured?
HS code 030235 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 (35) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030235?
In Brazil, HS code 030235 is NCM 0302.35.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.