HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0304.44 – Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae
HS code 0304.44 is the 6-digit subheading for fish fillets, fresh or chilled, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae. It is used for cod fillets, haddock fillets, hake fillets, pollock fillets and whiting fillets.
What HS 0304.44 covers
This HS code encompasses fresh or chilled fillets from a broad range of fish families, predominantly whitefish species such as cod, haddock, hake, and pollock, belonging to families like Gadidae and Merlucciidae. These fillets are global staples, valued for their mild flavor, flaky texture, and versatility in various cuisines, from fish and chips to gourmet preparations. The trade in these whitefish fillets is immense, driven by large-scale commercial fisheries in the North Atlantic and Pacific. Major importers include large retail chains, food service distributors, and processors in North America, Europe, and Asia. Exporters are typically countries with significant fishing fleets and processing capabilities, such as Norway, Iceland, Russia, and Argentina. Maintaining an efficient cold chain is critical for preserving freshness, and the industry increasingly focuses on sustainable fishing practices and certifications to meet growing consumer and regulatory demands for responsible sourcing.
- Covers
- Cod fillets
- Haddock fillets
- Hake fillets
- Pollock fillets
- Whiting fillets
- Ling fillets
- Blue Grenadier fillets
- Examples
- Atlantic Cod Fillets
- Pacific Haddock Fillets
- Patagonian Hake Fillets
- Alaskan Pollock Fillets
Codes often confused with 0304.44
Common mistake. Care must be taken to distinguish these from 030484 (frozen fillets of these families) if the product is frozen, or from 030251-030259 if the fish are whole and not filleted.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030444, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030444 in UN Comtrade data was Iceland, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 40% 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 Iceland $490M 50% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $175M 18% of world exports
- 3 Denmark $76M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $986M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $362M 40% of world imports
- 2 Germany $98M 11% of world imports
- 3 United States $83M 9.2% of world imports
World total: $906M 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 code for 0304.44
Brazil does not split HS 0304.44: its NCM code is 0304.44.00.
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.
Questions about HS 0304.44
What is HS code 030444?
HS code 030444 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae. This HS code encompasses fresh or chilled fillets from a broad range of fish families, predominantly whitefish species such as cod, haddock, hake, and pollock, belonging to families like Gadidae and Merlucciidae. These fillets are global staples, valued for their mild flavor, flaky texture, and versatility in various cuisines, from fish and chips to gourmet preparations. The trade in these whitefish fillets is immense, driven by large-scale commercial fisheries in the North Atlantic and Pacific. Major importers include large retail chains, food service distributors, and processors in North America, Europe, and Asia. Exporters are typically countries with significant fishing fleets and processing capabilities, such as Norway, Iceland, Russia, and Argentina. Maintaining an efficient cold chain is critical for preserving freshness, and the industry increasingly focuses on sustainable fishing practices and certifications to meet growing consumer and regulatory demands for responsible sourcing.
What products fall under HS code 030444?
Cod fillets, Haddock fillets, Hake fillets, Pollock fillets, Whiting fillets, Ling fillets, Blue Grenadier fillets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030444?
Care must be taken to distinguish these from 030484 (frozen fillets of these families) if the product is frozen, or from 030251-030259 if the fish are whole and not filleted.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030444?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030444 in UN Comtrade data were Iceland ($490M, 50% of world exports), the Netherlands ($175M) and Denmark ($76M). World exports came to about $986M, 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 030444?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030444 in UN Comtrade data were France ($362M, 40% of world imports), Germany ($98M) and the United States ($83M). World imports came to about $906M, 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 030444 structured?
HS code 030444 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 (44) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030444?
In Brazil, HS code 030444 is NCM 0304.44.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.