HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 0304.32 – Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.)

HS code 0304.32 is the 6-digit subheading for fish fillets, fresh or chilled, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.). It is used for fresh Pangasius fillets, chilled Basa fillets, fresh US farm-raised catfish fillets, chilled Silurus fillets and fresh Clarias fillets.

What HS 0304.32 covers

This HS code covers fresh or chilled fillets of catfish, encompassing various genera such as Pangasius (Basa/Swai), Silurus, Clarias, and Ictalurus. Pangasius fillets from Vietnam represent a significant portion of this trade, widely consumed globally for their mild taste and affordability. Meanwhile, Ictalurus catfish fillets are prominent in the US domestic market. Importers include major retail chains, foodservice distributors, and processors, particularly in North America and Europe. Exporters are primarily countries with robust aquaculture industries. The trade is characterized by intense competition, strict food safety regulations, and occasional trade disputes or anti-dumping measures. Sustainability and traceability are also growing concerns, influencing purchasing decisions among consumers and businesses alike.

Covers: Fresh Pangasius fillets
Chilled Basa fillets
Fresh US farm-raised catfish fillets
Chilled Silurus fillets
Fresh Clarias fillets
Skinless catfish fillets
Boneless catfish fillets
Examples: Delta Pride Catfish
Heartland Catfish
Vinh Hoan (Basa)
Godaco (Basa)
various supermarket private labels

Codes often confused with 0304.32

Common mistake. Commonly confused with frozen catfish fillets (0304.62) or whole fresh or chilled catfish (0302.72). The defining characteristics are 'fresh or chilled' and 'fillets'.

0304.62Fish fillets; frozen, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.)0302.72Fish; fresh or chilled, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99

Top exporters and importers of HS code 030432, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030432 in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 27% 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 Vietnam* ~$10M 32% of world exports · partner records ↗
2 Netherlands $9.1M 29% of world exports
3 Belgium $7.4M 24% of world exports

World total: $31M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

1 Netherlands $9.4M 27% of world imports
2 Germany $4.6M 13% of world imports
3 Belgium $2.3M 6.5% of world imports

World total: $35M 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 codes for 0304.32 2

Brazil splits HS 0304.32 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 03.04 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Access via API

GET /api/hs-code/030432/

{
  "code": "030432",
  "description": "Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.)",
  "section": "I",
  "parent": "0304"
}

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Questions about HS 0304.32

What is HS code 030432?

HS code 030432 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.). This HS code covers fresh or chilled fillets of catfish, encompassing various genera such as Pangasius (Basa/Swai), Silurus, Clarias, and Ictalurus. Pangasius fillets from Vietnam represent a significant portion of this trade, widely consumed globally for their mild taste and affordability. Meanwhile, Ictalurus catfish fillets are prominent in the US domestic market. Importers include major retail chains, foodservice distributors, and processors, particularly in North America and Europe. Exporters are primarily countries with robust aquaculture industries. The trade is characterized by intense competition, strict food safety regulations, and occasional trade disputes or anti-dumping measures. Sustainability and traceability are also growing concerns, influencing purchasing decisions among consumers and businesses alike.

What products fall under HS code 030432?

Fresh Pangasius fillets, chilled Basa fillets, fresh US farm-raised catfish fillets, chilled Silurus fillets, fresh Clarias fillets, skinless catfish fillets, boneless catfish fillets

What are common misclassifications for HS code 030432?

Commonly confused with frozen catfish fillets (0304.62) or whole fresh or chilled catfish (0302.72). The defining characteristics are 'fresh or chilled' and 'fillets'.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030432?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030432 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $10M, 32% of world exports), the Netherlands ($9.1M) and Belgium ($7.4M). World exports came to about $31M, 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 030432?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030432 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($9.4M, 27% of world imports), Germany ($4.6M) and Belgium ($2.3M). World imports came to about $35M, 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 030432 structured?

HS code 030432 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (03) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) 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 030432?

Brazil splits HS code 030432 into 2 NCM codes: 0304.32.10 (Fresh or chilled channel catfish fillets), 0304.32.90 (Other fresh or chilled catfish fillets). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.