HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0302.44 – Fish; fresh or chilled, mackerel (Scomber scombrus, Scomber australasicus, Scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99
HS code 0302.44 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, fresh or chilled, mackerel (Scomber scombrus, Scomber australasicus, Scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. It is used for whole fresh Atlantic mackerel, chilled Pacific mackerel, fresh chub mackerel, fresh Spanish mackerel and fresh mackerel fillets.
What HS 0302.44 covers
This HS code covers fresh or chilled mackerel (Scomber scombrus, Scomber australasicus, Scomber japonicus), a popular oily fish consumed globally for its distinct flavor and nutritional benefits. Mackerel is traded for direct consumption, often smoked, grilled, or baked, and is also a significant species for canning. It holds considerable market importance in European, Asian, and North American culinary traditions. Major importers include countries with high consumer demand or processing industries, such as Japan, Nigeria, and the United Kingdom. Exporters are typically nations with large mackerel fisheries, including Norway, the UK, Ireland, and Japan. Trade is influenced by seasonal catches, stock levels, and adherence to regional fishing agreements and quotas to ensure sustainable management of these valuable resources.
- Covers
- Whole fresh Atlantic mackerel
- Chilled Pacific mackerel
- Fresh chub mackerel
- Fresh Spanish mackerel
- Fresh mackerel fillets
- Sushi-grade mackerel
- Fresh Boston mackerel
- Examples
- Norwegian Mackerel
- Scottish Mackerel
- Japanese Mackerel (Saba)
- Cornish Mackerel
Codes often confused with 0302.44
Common mistake. Mackerel can be confused with jack and horse mackerel (030245) due to similar names, but they belong to different genera and have distinct market characteristics. Proper species identification is crucial.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030244, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030244 in UN Comtrade data was Denmark, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Norway, with 55% 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 Denmark $55M 30% of world exports
- 2 France $17M 9.6% of world exports
- 3 Iceland $15M 8.1% of world exports
World total: $181M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Norway $225M 55% of world imports
- 2 Faroe Islands* ~$43M 10% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Denmark $25M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $413M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 0302.44
Brazil does not split HS 0302.44: its NCM code is 0302.44.00.
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 0302.44
What is HS code 030244?
HS code 030244 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; fresh or chilled, mackerel (Scomber scombrus, Scomber australasicus, Scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. This HS code covers fresh or chilled mackerel (Scomber scombrus, Scomber australasicus, Scomber japonicus), a popular oily fish consumed globally for its distinct flavor and nutritional benefits. Mackerel is traded for direct consumption, often smoked, grilled, or baked, and is also a significant species for canning. It holds considerable market importance in European, Asian, and North American culinary traditions. Major importers include countries with high consumer demand or processing industries, such as Japan, Nigeria, and the United Kingdom. Exporters are typically nations with large mackerel fisheries, including Norway, the UK, Ireland, and Japan. Trade is influenced by seasonal catches, stock levels, and adherence to regional fishing agreements and quotas to ensure sustainable management of these valuable resources.
What products fall under HS code 030244?
Whole fresh Atlantic mackerel, chilled Pacific mackerel, fresh chub mackerel, fresh Spanish mackerel, fresh mackerel fillets, sushi-grade mackerel, fresh Boston mackerel
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030244?
Mackerel can be confused with jack and horse mackerel (030245) due to similar names, but they belong to different genera and have distinct market characteristics. Proper species identification is crucial.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030244?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030244 in UN Comtrade data were Denmark ($55M, 30% of world exports), France ($17M) and Iceland ($15M). World exports came to about $181M, 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 030244?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030244 in UN Comtrade data were Norway ($225M, 55% of world imports), the Faroe Islands (about $43M) and Denmark ($25M). World imports came to about $413M, 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 030244 structured?
HS code 030244 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 (44) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030244?
In Brazil, HS code 030244 is NCM 0302.44.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.