HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0302.84 – Fish; fresh or chilled, seabass (Dicentrarchus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99
HS code 0302.84 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, fresh or chilled, seabass (Dicentrarchus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. It is used for fresh European Seabass, chilled Mediterranean Seabass, fresh farmed seabass, whole fresh wild-caught seabass and fresh branzino.
What HS 0302.84 covers
This HS code covers the international trade of whole, fresh or chilled seabass, specifically from the Dicentrarchus genus, which includes the popular European seabass. This species is a highly sought-after delicacy in Mediterranean and European cuisines, known for its delicate flavor and firm white flesh. A significant portion of the trade involves farmed seabass, ensuring a consistent supply and quality for global markets. Exporters are typically countries with advanced aquaculture industries, while importers include high-end restaurants, seafood markets, and retailers across Europe. Importers and exporters focus on maintaining the cold chain to preserve freshness, often transporting fish directly from aquaculture farms to markets. Quality control, size grading, and adherence to stringent food safety standards are paramount in this competitive and premium market segment.
- Covers
- Fresh European Seabass
- Chilled Mediterranean Seabass
- Fresh farmed seabass
- Whole fresh wild-caught seabass
- Fresh branzino
- Fresh loup de mer
- Examples
- European Seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax)
- often sold as 'Branzino' or 'Loup de Mer'
Codes often confused with 0302.84
Common mistake. This code is for whole, fresh or chilled seabass, differentiating it from 0303 (frozen seabass) or 0304 (seabass fillets), which are also widely traded but distinct.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030284, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030284 in UN Comtrade data was Greece, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, 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 Greece $430M 39% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $311M 28% of world exports
- 3 Spain $143M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $284M 22% of world imports
- 2 United States $170M 13% of world imports
- 3 France $126M 9.9% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 0302.84
Brazil does not split HS 0302.84: its NCM code is 0302.84.00.
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 0302.84
What is HS code 030284?
HS code 030284 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; fresh or chilled, seabass (Dicentrarchus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. This HS code covers the international trade of whole, fresh or chilled seabass, specifically from the Dicentrarchus genus, which includes the popular European seabass. This species is a highly sought-after delicacy in Mediterranean and European cuisines, known for its delicate flavor and firm white flesh. A significant portion of the trade involves farmed seabass, ensuring a consistent supply and quality for global markets. Exporters are typically countries with advanced aquaculture industries, while importers include high-end restaurants, seafood markets, and retailers across Europe. Importers and exporters focus on maintaining the cold chain to preserve freshness, often transporting fish directly from aquaculture farms to markets. Quality control, size grading, and adherence to stringent food safety standards are paramount in this competitive and premium market segment.
What products fall under HS code 030284?
Fresh European Seabass, Chilled Mediterranean Seabass, Fresh farmed seabass, Whole fresh wild-caught seabass, Fresh branzino, Fresh loup de mer
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030284?
This code is for whole, fresh or chilled seabass, differentiating it from 0303 (frozen seabass) or 0304 (seabass fillets), which are also widely traded but distinct.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030284?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030284 in UN Comtrade data were Greece ($430M, 39% of world exports), Türkiye ($311M) and Spain ($143M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 030284?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030284 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($284M, 22% of world imports), the United States ($170M) and France ($126M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 030284 structured?
HS code 030284 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 (84) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030284?
In Brazil, HS code 030284 is NCM 0302.84.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.