About HS Code 030241
This HS code covers fresh or chilled herrings (Clupea harengus, Clupea pallasii), a globally significant pelagic fish. Herrings are a staple in many diets, particularly in Northern Europe and North America, traded for direct consumption, smoking, curing, or processing into products like pickled herring, surströmming, or fishmeal. Major importers include countries with strong culinary traditions involving herring, such as the Netherlands, Germany, and Russia, as well as those with large fish processing industries. Exporters are typically nations with abundant herring fisheries, including Norway, Iceland, Canada, and Denmark. Key considerations in this trade involve seasonal availability, adherence to sustainable fishing quotas, and robust cold chain management to ensure product quality and safety from catch to consumer.
Products Under This Code
Whole fresh Atlantic herring, chilled Pacific herring, fresh herring fillets, roe herring, bait herring, fresh Baltic herring, fresh kipper
Real World Examples
Norwegian Herring, Icelandic Herring, Canadian Atlantic Herring, Dutch Maatjes Herring
Common Misclassification
This code is specifically for herrings. It might be confused with other small pelagic fish like anchovies (030242) or sardines/sprats (030243), but distinct species identification is necessary for accurate classification and market pricing.
Products Classified Under 0302.41
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
The Netherlands, Germany, and Russia are major importers, while Norway, Iceland, and Canada are significant exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 030241?
HS code 030241 covers: Fish; fresh or chilled, herrings (Clupea harengus, Clupea pallasii), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. This HS code covers fresh or chilled herrings (Clupea harengus, Clupea pallasii), a globally significant pelagic fish. Herrings are a staple in many diets, particularly in Northern Europe and North America, traded for direct consumption, smoking, curing, or processing into products like pickled herring, surströmming, or fishmeal. Major importers include countries with strong culinary traditions involving herring, such as the Netherlands, Germany, and Russia, as well as those with large fish processing industries. Exporters are typically nations with abundant herring fisheries, including Norway, Iceland, Canada, and Denmark. Key considerations in this trade involve seasonal availability, adherence to sustainable fishing quotas, and robust cold chain management to ensure product quality and safety from catch to consumer.
What products fall under HS code 030241?
Whole fresh Atlantic herring, chilled Pacific herring, fresh herring fillets, roe herring, bait herring, fresh Baltic herring, fresh kipper
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030241?
This code is specifically for herrings. It might be confused with other small pelagic fish like anchovies (030242) or sardines/sprats (030243), but distinct species identification is necessary for accurate classification and market pricing.
How is HS code 030241 structured?
HS code 030241 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 (41) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.