HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 0302.51 – Fish; fresh or chilled, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99

HS code 0302.51 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, fresh or chilled, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. It is used for whole fresh Atlantic cod, chilled Pacific cod, fresh cod loins (bone-in), chilled cod heads and fresh cod roe (within whole fish).

What HS 0302.51 covers

This HS code covers fresh or chilled whole cod, encompassing species like Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, and Gadus macrocephalus, but specifically excludes fillets, fish meat, and offal. Cod is a globally popular whitefish, known for its mild flavor and flaky texture, and is a staple in many cuisines. Major fishing nations in the North Atlantic and Pacific export significant volumes to markets where cod is a traditional food, such as Europe and North America. Importers range from large seafood processing plants that further prepare the fish, to wholesalers supplying fresh fish counters and restaurants. Key trade considerations include strict adherence to sustainable fishing practices (e.g., quotas, gear restrictions), robust traceability systems, and maintaining an efficient cold chain to preserve quality and extend the shelf life of this highly perishable product.

Covers
  • Whole fresh Atlantic cod
  • Chilled Pacific cod
  • Fresh cod loins (bone-in)
  • Chilled cod heads
  • Fresh cod roe (within whole fish)
  • Fresh Greenland cod.
Examples
  • Fresh Norwegian Cod
  • Icelandic Cod (whole)
  • Alaskan Pacific Cod.

Codes often confused with 0302.51

Common mistake. Frequently confused with 030361 (frozen cod) or 030471 (cod fillets). The critical differentiator is its 'fresh or chilled' state and being whole or in non-fillet forms.

0304.71Fish fillets; frozen, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus)

Top exporters and importers of HS code 030251, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030251 in UN Comtrade data was Norway, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 22% 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. 1 Norway $252M
  2. 2 Denmark $146M
  3. 3 Sweden $128M

World total: $704M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Sweden $131M
  2. 2 Denmark $112M
  3. 3 Netherlands $80M

World total: $588M 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 0302.51

Brazil does not split HS 0302.51: its NCM code is 0302.51.00.

  1. 0302.51.00 Fresh or chilled codBacalhau-do-atlântico (Gadus morhua), bacalhau-da-groelândia (Gadus ogac) e bacalhau-do-pacífico (Gadus macrocephalus)

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 0302.51

What is HS code 030251?

HS code 030251 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; fresh or chilled, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. This HS code covers fresh or chilled whole cod, encompassing species like Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, and Gadus macrocephalus, but specifically excludes fillets, fish meat, and offal. Cod is a globally popular whitefish, known for its mild flavor and flaky texture, and is a staple in many cuisines. Major fishing nations in the North Atlantic and Pacific export significant volumes to markets where cod is a traditional food, such as Europe and North America. Importers range from large seafood processing plants that further prepare the fish, to wholesalers supplying fresh fish counters and restaurants. Key trade considerations include strict adherence to sustainable fishing practices (e.g., quotas, gear restrictions), robust traceability systems, and maintaining an efficient cold chain to preserve quality and extend the shelf life of this highly perishable product.

What products fall under HS code 030251?

Whole fresh Atlantic cod, chilled Pacific cod, fresh cod loins (bone-in), chilled cod heads, fresh cod roe (within whole fish), fresh Greenland cod.

What are common misclassifications for HS code 030251?

Frequently confused with 030361 (frozen cod) or 030471 (cod fillets). The critical differentiator is its 'fresh or chilled' state and being whole or in non-fillet forms.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030251?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030251 in UN Comtrade data were Norway ($252M, 36% of world exports), Denmark ($146M) and Sweden ($128M). World exports came to about $704M, 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 030251?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030251 in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($131M, 22% of world imports), Denmark ($112M) and the Netherlands ($80M). World imports came to about $588M, 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 030251 structured?

HS code 030251 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 (51) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030251?

In Brazil, HS code 030251 is NCM 0302.51.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.