HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0302.82 – Fish; fresh or chilled, rays and skates (Rajidae), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99
HS code 0302.82 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, fresh or chilled, rays and skates (Rajidae), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. It is used for fresh Thornback Ray, chilled Undulate Ray, fresh Common Skate, chilled Cuckoo Ray and fresh Blonde Ray.
What HS 0302.82 covers
This HS code encompasses the international trade of whole, fresh or chilled rays and skates, belonging to the Rajidae family. These cartilaginous fish are popular in European and Asian cuisines, often valued for their 'wings' (pectoral fins) which are considered a delicacy. The trade requires careful handling to preserve the delicate texture and flavor, with rapid transport from fishing grounds to markets. Exporters are typically countries with active fisheries in regions where these species are abundant, while importers are often nations with strong culinary traditions for ray and skate. Sustainability is a growing concern, as many ray and skate species are vulnerable to overfishing, leading to stricter quotas and conservation efforts that significantly impact trade flows and require compliance from all parties.
- Covers
- Fresh Thornback Ray
- Chilled Undulate Ray
- Fresh Common Skate
- Chilled Cuckoo Ray
- Fresh Blonde Ray
- Whole fresh skate wings
- Examples
- Thornback Ray (Raja clavata)
- Undulate Ray (Raja undulata)
- Common Skate (Dipturus batis)
- Cuckoo Ray (Leucoraja naevus)
Codes often confused with 0302.82
Common mistake. This code is for whole, fresh or chilled rays and skates, not to be confused with 0303 (frozen forms) or 0304 (fillets or processed parts), which are distinct classifications.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030282, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030282 in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 20% 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 Japan $2.7M 18% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $2.3M 15% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $2.0M 13% of world exports
World total: $15M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $4.1M 20% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $3.8M 19% of world imports
- 3 Portugal $3.5M 17% of world imports
World total: $20M 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 0302.82
Brazil does not split HS 0302.82: its NCM code is 0302.82.00.
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 0302.82
What is HS code 030282?
HS code 030282 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; fresh or chilled, rays and skates (Rajidae), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. This HS code encompasses the international trade of whole, fresh or chilled rays and skates, belonging to the Rajidae family. These cartilaginous fish are popular in European and Asian cuisines, often valued for their 'wings' (pectoral fins) which are considered a delicacy. The trade requires careful handling to preserve the delicate texture and flavor, with rapid transport from fishing grounds to markets. Exporters are typically countries with active fisheries in regions where these species are abundant, while importers are often nations with strong culinary traditions for ray and skate. Sustainability is a growing concern, as many ray and skate species are vulnerable to overfishing, leading to stricter quotas and conservation efforts that significantly impact trade flows and require compliance from all parties.
What products fall under HS code 030282?
Fresh Thornback Ray, Chilled Undulate Ray, Fresh Common Skate, Chilled Cuckoo Ray, Fresh Blonde Ray, Whole fresh skate wings
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030282?
This code is for whole, fresh or chilled rays and skates, not to be confused with 0303 (frozen forms) or 0304 (fillets or processed parts), which are distinct classifications.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030282?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030282 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($2.7M, 18% of world exports), the Netherlands ($2.3M) and the United Kingdom ($2.0M). World exports came to about $15M, 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 030282?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030282 in UN Comtrade data were France ($4.1M, 20% of world imports), South Korea ($3.8M) and Portugal ($3.5M). World imports came to about $20M, 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 030282 structured?
HS code 030282 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 (82) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030282?
In Brazil, HS code 030282 is NCM 0302.82.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.