About HS Code 030367
This code covers frozen whole or cut (non-fillet) Alaska pollock, a species of immense importance in the global seafood industry. Alaska pollock is the largest single-species fishery in the world by volume, primarily used for surimi, fish sticks, and various processed seafood products. Importers are typically large-scale seafood processors, food manufacturers, and distributors who require vast quantities of this versatile whitefish. Exporters are predominantly the USA (Alaska) and Russia, which control the vast majority of the global catch. Key aspects of this trade include highly efficient, large-scale fishing and processing operations, stringent quality control for surimi production, and adherence to strict sustainability quotas. The non-filleted form is often traded for further processing into blocks or surimi base.
Products Under This Code
Whole frozen Alaska pollock, frozen Alaska pollock blocks (non-fillet), frozen Alaska pollock portions (non-fillet), frozen Alaska pollock heads, frozen Alaska pollock roe (if not offal), frozen Alaska pollock frames
Real World Examples
Trident Seafoods Alaska Pollock, Russian Pollock Fishery, Gorton's Fish Sticks (raw material), High Liner Foods (raw material)
Common Misclassification
This code is very commonly confused with 0304.85 (frozen Alaska pollock fillets) or 0304.95 (frozen Alaska pollock surimi), as these are the primary forms in which it reaches consumers. It's crucial to distinguish between whole/cut fish and processed fillets/surimi.
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
China (for processing), Japan, and the EU are major importers, with the USA and Russia being the dominant exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 030367?
HS code 030367 covers: Fish; frozen, Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99. This code covers frozen whole or cut (non-fillet) Alaska pollock, a species of immense importance in the global seafood industry. Alaska pollock is the largest single-species fishery in the world by volume, primarily used for surimi, fish sticks, and various processed seafood products. Importers are typically large-scale seafood processors, food manufacturers, and distributors who require vast quantities of this versatile whitefish. Exporters are predominantly the USA (Alaska) and Russia, which control the vast majority of the global catch. Key aspects of this trade include highly efficient, large-scale fishing and processing operations, stringent quality control for surimi production, and adherence to strict sustainability quotas. The non-filleted form is often traded for further processing into blocks or surimi base.
What products fall under HS code 030367?
Whole frozen Alaska pollock, frozen Alaska pollock blocks (non-fillet), frozen Alaska pollock portions (non-fillet), frozen Alaska pollock heads, frozen Alaska pollock roe (if not offal), frozen Alaska pollock frames
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030367?
This code is very commonly confused with 0304.85 (frozen Alaska pollock fillets) or 0304.95 (frozen Alaska pollock surimi), as these are the primary forms in which it reaches consumers. It's crucial to distinguish between whole/cut fish and processed fillets/surimi.
How is HS code 030367 structured?
HS code 030367 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 (67) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.