HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0303.57 – Fish; frozen, swordfish (Xiphias gladius), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
HS code 0303.57 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, frozen, swordfish (Xiphias gladius), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99. It is used for whole frozen swordfish, frozen swordfish steaks (bone-in), frozen swordfish loins (skin-on, bone-out), frozen swordfish portions (non-fillet) and frozen swordfish collars.
What HS 0303.57 covers
This code specifically covers whole or cut (but not filleted) frozen swordfish, a highly prized pelagic fish. It's a significant commodity in the global seafood trade, often moving from major fishing nations to markets with high demand for premium fish. Importers typically include restaurants, seafood distributors, and processors who further prepare the fish for retail or food service. Exporters are often countries with strong longline fishing fleets. Key aspects include sustainable sourcing concerns, traceability, and adherence to international fishing quotas, as swordfish populations can be vulnerable. The trade often involves large, whole fish or substantial cuts, requiring specialized freezing and transport logistics to maintain quality. Consumers value swordfish for its firm texture and distinct flavor, making it a staple in high-end culinary applications.
- Covers
- Whole frozen swordfish
- Frozen swordfish steaks (bone-in)
- Frozen swordfish loins (skin-on, bone-out)
- Frozen swordfish portions (non-fillet)
- Frozen swordfish collars
- Frozen swordfish belly
- Examples
F/V Atlantic Swordfish (hypothetical vessel/brand), Ocean's Bounty Frozen Swordfish, Mediterranean Seafood Co. Swordfish, Pacific Catch Frozen Swordfish
Codes often confused with 0303.57
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 0304.89 (frozen swordfish fillets) due to the similar product, but 030357 specifically excludes fillets. It might also be confused with 0302.57 for fresh or chilled swordfish.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030357, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030357 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 36% 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 Spain $72M 34% of world exports
- 2 Portugal $35M 17% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$30M 14% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $210M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $66M 36% of world imports
- 2 Spain $28M 15% of world imports
- 3 Portugal $25M 13% of world imports
World total: $184M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 0303.57
Brazil does not split HS 0303.57: its NCM code is 0303.57.00.
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 0303.57
What is HS code 030357?
HS code 030357 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; frozen, swordfish (Xiphias gladius), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99. This code specifically covers whole or cut (but not filleted) frozen swordfish, a highly prized pelagic fish. It's a significant commodity in the global seafood trade, often moving from major fishing nations to markets with high demand for premium fish. Importers typically include restaurants, seafood distributors, and processors who further prepare the fish for retail or food service. Exporters are often countries with strong longline fishing fleets. Key aspects include sustainable sourcing concerns, traceability, and adherence to international fishing quotas, as swordfish populations can be vulnerable. The trade often involves large, whole fish or substantial cuts, requiring specialized freezing and transport logistics to maintain quality. Consumers value swordfish for its firm texture and distinct flavor, making it a staple in high-end culinary applications.
What products fall under HS code 030357?
Whole frozen swordfish, frozen swordfish steaks (bone-in), frozen swordfish loins (skin-on, bone-out), frozen swordfish portions (non-fillet), frozen swordfish collars, frozen swordfish belly
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030357?
This code is often confused with 0304.89 (frozen swordfish fillets) due to the similar product, but 030357 specifically excludes fillets. It might also be confused with 0302.57 for fresh or chilled swordfish.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030357?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030357 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($72M, 34% of world exports), Portugal ($35M) and Taiwan (about $30M). World exports came to about $210M, 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 030357?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030357 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($66M, 36% of world imports), Spain ($28M) and Portugal ($25M). World imports came to about $184M, 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 030357 structured?
HS code 030357 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 (57) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030357?
In Brazil, HS code 030357 is NCM 0303.57.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.