HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0302.45 – Fish; fresh or chilled, jack and horse mackerel (Trachurus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99
HS code 0302.45 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, fresh or chilled, jack and horse mackerel (Trachurus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. It is used for whole fresh Atlantic horse mackerel, chilled Pacific jack mackerel, fresh Cape horse mackerel, fresh Japanese horse mackerel and fresh blue jack mackerel.
What HS 0302.45 covers
This HS code covers fresh or chilled jack and horse mackerel (Trachurus spp.), a group of pelagic fish widely consumed, particularly in Africa, Asia, and parts of Europe. These fish are traded for direct consumption, often grilled, fried, or used in stews, and are also utilized for fishmeal production. They represent an important and affordable source of protein in many developing countries. Major importers include West African nations (e.g., Nigeria, Ghana) and some Asian countries, where they are a dietary staple. Exporters are typically countries with large fishing fleets operating in areas with abundant stocks, such as Peru, Chile, and various European nations like the Netherlands. Trade is often driven by affordability, regional culinary preferences, and the need for efficient cold chain logistics.
- Covers
- Whole fresh Atlantic horse mackerel
- Chilled Pacific jack mackerel
- Fresh Cape horse mackerel
- Fresh Japanese horse mackerel
- Fresh blue jack mackerel
- Fresh scad
- Fresh greenback horse mackerel
- Examples
- Peruvian Horse Mackerel
- Chilean Jack Mackerel
- Mauritanian Horse Mackerel
- Japanese Aji
Codes often confused with 0302.45
Common mistake. Jack and horse mackerel are distinct from true mackerel (Scomber spp.) classified under 030244, despite similar common names. Misclassification can occur due to regional naming conventions but should be avoided for accurate trade data.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030245, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030245 in UN Comtrade data was Denmark, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 16% 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 $23M 34% of world exports
- 2 Spain $14M 21% of world exports
- 3 Yemen* ~$9.7M 14% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $67M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $14M 16% of world imports
- 2 Portugal $10M 12% of world imports
- 3 Italy $9.9M 12% of world imports
World total: $86M 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 0302.45
Brazil does not split HS 0302.45: its NCM code is 0302.45.00.
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 0302.45
What is HS code 030245?
HS code 030245 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; fresh or chilled, jack and horse mackerel (Trachurus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. This HS code covers fresh or chilled jack and horse mackerel (Trachurus spp.), a group of pelagic fish widely consumed, particularly in Africa, Asia, and parts of Europe. These fish are traded for direct consumption, often grilled, fried, or used in stews, and are also utilized for fishmeal production. They represent an important and affordable source of protein in many developing countries. Major importers include West African nations (e.g., Nigeria, Ghana) and some Asian countries, where they are a dietary staple. Exporters are typically countries with large fishing fleets operating in areas with abundant stocks, such as Peru, Chile, and various European nations like the Netherlands. Trade is often driven by affordability, regional culinary preferences, and the need for efficient cold chain logistics.
What products fall under HS code 030245?
Whole fresh Atlantic horse mackerel, chilled Pacific jack mackerel, fresh Cape horse mackerel, fresh Japanese horse mackerel, fresh blue jack mackerel, fresh scad, fresh greenback horse mackerel
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030245?
Jack and horse mackerel are distinct from true mackerel (Scomber spp.) classified under 030244, despite similar common names. Misclassification can occur due to regional naming conventions but should be avoided for accurate trade data.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030245?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030245 in UN Comtrade data were Denmark ($23M, 34% of world exports), Spain ($14M) and Yemen (about $9.7M). World exports came to about $67M, 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 030245?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030245 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($14M, 16% of world imports), Portugal ($10M) and Italy ($9.9M). World imports came to about $86M, 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 030245 structured?
HS code 030245 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 (45) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030245?
In Brazil, HS code 030245 is NCM 0302.45.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.