HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 0303.69 – Fish; frozen, of Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, Muraenolepididae, other than cod, haddock, coalfish, hake, Alaska pollack, blue whitings, not fillets, meat of 0304, and edible offal of 0303.9

HS code 0303.69 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, frozen, of Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, Muraenolepididae, other than cod, haddock, coalfish, hake, Alaska pollack, blue whitings, not fillets, meat of 0304, and edible offal of 0303.9. It is used for frozen grenadier, frozen rattail fish, frozen morid cod, frozen euclichthys and frozen Bregmaceros.

What HS 0303.69 covers

This category encompasses a diverse range of frozen fish from specific families like Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae, excluding more common species such as cod, haddock, hake, and Alaska pollack, and importantly, not in fillet form. These 'other' frozen fish species are often traded in bulk for industrial processing, animal feed, or niche culinary markets. Importers include large-scale processors, pet food manufacturers, and specialized seafood distributors, particularly in regions with diverse culinary traditions. Exporters are typically countries with extensive deep-sea fishing fleets or those processing by-catch. Understanding the specific species within this broad category is crucial for trade, as market demand and regulatory requirements can vary significantly, alongside concerns for sustainable fishing practices.

Covers
  • Frozen grenadier
  • Frozen rattail fish
  • Frozen morid cod
  • Frozen euclichthys
  • Frozen Bregmaceros
  • Frozen Patagonian toothfish (not fillets)
  • Frozen blue grenadier (not fillets)
Examples
  • Various bulk seafood suppliers
  • industrial fish processors
  • specialized Asian market distributors
  • pet food ingredient suppliers

Codes often confused with 0303.69

Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with other frozen fish categories like 0303.89 (other frozen fish, n.e.c.) or specific named species within Gadidae (e.g., 0303.63 for hake). The crucial aspect is the exclusion of specific common species and the 'not fillets' condition.

0303.89Fish; frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.990303.63Fish; frozen, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99

Top exporters and importers of HS code 030369, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030369 in UN Comtrade data was New Zealand, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 38% 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. 1 New Zealand $32M
  2. 2 Australia $9.6M
  3. 3 Norway $9.1M

World total: $94M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 China $48M
  2. 2 Nigeria $24M
  3. 3 Mauritius $6.7M

World total: $125M 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 codes for 0303.69 2

Brazil splits HS 0303.69 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 0303.69.10 Frozen Patagonian grenadierMerluza rosada (Macruronus magellanicus)
  2. 0303.69.90 Other frozen cod-like fish (Gadiformes)Outros

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 0303.69

What is HS code 030369?

HS code 030369 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; frozen, of Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, Muraenolepididae, other than cod, haddock, coalfish, hake, Alaska pollack, blue whitings, not fillets, meat of 0304, and edible offal of 0303.9. This category encompasses a diverse range of frozen fish from specific families like Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae, excluding more common species such as cod, haddock, hake, and Alaska pollack, and importantly, not in fillet form. These 'other' frozen fish species are often traded in bulk for industrial processing, animal feed, or niche culinary markets. Importers include large-scale processors, pet food manufacturers, and specialized seafood distributors, particularly in regions with diverse culinary traditions. Exporters are typically countries with extensive deep-sea fishing fleets or those processing by-catch. Understanding the specific species within this broad category is crucial for trade, as market demand and regulatory requirements can vary significantly, alongside concerns for sustainable fishing practices.

What products fall under HS code 030369?

Frozen grenadier, frozen rattail fish, frozen morid cod, frozen euclichthys, frozen Bregmaceros, frozen Patagonian toothfish (not fillets), frozen blue grenadier (not fillets)

What are common misclassifications for HS code 030369?

This code is frequently confused with other frozen fish categories like 0303.89 (other frozen fish, n.e.c.) or specific named species within Gadidae (e.g., 0303.63 for hake). The crucial aspect is the exclusion of specific common species and the 'not fillets' condition.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030369?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030369 in UN Comtrade data were New Zealand ($32M, 34% of world exports), Australia ($9.6M) and Norway ($9.1M). World exports came to about $94M, 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 030369?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030369 in UN Comtrade data were China ($48M, 38% of world imports), Nigeria ($24M) and Mauritius ($6.7M). World imports came to about $125M, 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 030369 structured?

HS code 030369 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 (69) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030369?

Brazil splits HS code 030369 into 2 NCM codes: 0303.69.10 (Frozen Patagonian grenadier), 0303.69.90 (Other frozen cod-like fish (Gadiformes)). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.