HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0303.32 – Fish; frozen, plaice (Pleuronectes platessa), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
HS code 0303.32 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, frozen, plaice (Pleuronectes platessa), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99. It is used for whole frozen European plaice, gutted frozen plaice, scaled frozen plaice, frozen North Sea plaice and frozen common plaice.
What HS 0303.32 covers
This HS code pertains to frozen plaice (Pleuronectes platessa), excluding fillets, fish meat, or edible offal. Plaice is a popular flatfish, particularly in European markets, known for its delicate flavor and fine texture. It is a significant species in North Sea fisheries, driving considerable international trade. Exporters are primarily European countries with strong fishing industries, such as Denmark, the Netherlands, and the UK. Importers include other European nations where plaice is a traditional culinary staple, as well as markets seeking diverse seafood options. The trade in whole frozen plaice supports both direct retail sales and further processing, requiring efficient freezing and logistics to preserve its quality from catch to consumer.
- Covers
- Whole frozen European plaice
- Gutted frozen plaice
- Scaled frozen plaice
- Frozen North Sea plaice
- Frozen common plaice
- Examples
- North Sea Delights Frozen Plaice
- Dutch Catch Frozen Plaice
- Ocean's Best Frozen Plaice
Codes often confused with 0303.32
Common mistake. This code can be mistaken for fresh plaice (0302.22) or plaice fillets (0304.72). The 'frozen' state and 'whole' form are critical for accurate classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030332, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030332 in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 41% 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 Russia* ~$13M 43% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Netherlands $8.4M 29% of world exports
- 3 United States $4.0M 14% of world exports
World total: $29M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $9.9M 41% of world imports
- 2 Germany $4.6M 19% of world imports
- 3 Portugal $3.3M 13% of world imports
World total: $24M 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 0303.32
Brazil does not split HS 0303.32: its NCM code is 0303.32.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 03.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0303.32
What is HS code 030332?
HS code 030332 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; frozen, plaice (Pleuronectes platessa), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99. This HS code pertains to frozen plaice (Pleuronectes platessa), excluding fillets, fish meat, or edible offal. Plaice is a popular flatfish, particularly in European markets, known for its delicate flavor and fine texture. It is a significant species in North Sea fisheries, driving considerable international trade. Exporters are primarily European countries with strong fishing industries, such as Denmark, the Netherlands, and the UK. Importers include other European nations where plaice is a traditional culinary staple, as well as markets seeking diverse seafood options. The trade in whole frozen plaice supports both direct retail sales and further processing, requiring efficient freezing and logistics to preserve its quality from catch to consumer.
What products fall under HS code 030332?
Whole frozen European plaice, gutted frozen plaice, scaled frozen plaice, frozen North Sea plaice, frozen common plaice
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030332?
This code can be mistaken for fresh plaice (0302.22) or plaice fillets (0304.72). The 'frozen' state and 'whole' form are critical for accurate classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030332?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030332 in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $13M, 43% of world exports), the Netherlands ($8.4M) and the United States ($4.0M). World exports came to about $29M, 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 030332?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030332 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($9.9M, 41% of world imports), Germany ($4.6M) and Portugal ($3.3M). World imports came to about $24M, 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 030332 structured?
HS code 030332 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (03) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (32) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030332?
In Brazil, HS code 030332 is NCM 0303.32.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.