About HS Code 030452
This category covers fresh or chilled fish meat, excluding fillets, from the Salmonidae family, which includes salmon, trout, and arctic char. These species are highly valued globally for their rich flavor, nutritional benefits, and versatility in cooking. Trade involves both wild-caught (especially Pacific salmon) and extensively farmed varieties (Atlantic salmon), often in the form of whole fish or large cuts that are air-freighted to maintain peak freshness. Importers typically include high-end restaurants, specialty seafood retailers, and processors in affluent markets. The supply chain is sophisticated, emphasizing rapid transport and strict temperature control to preserve quality for discerning consumers worldwide.
Products Under This Code
Fresh salmon steaks (bone-in), chilled trout portions (non-fillet), fresh salmon belly meat, minced salmon meat, fresh whole salmon (for processing), chilled arctic char meat
Real World Examples
Norwegian Atlantic Salmon (meat), Scottish Salmon (meat), Alaskan Sockeye Salmon (meat), Rainbow Trout (meat), Ora King Salmon (meat)
Common Misclassification
This code is distinct from 030481 (frozen salmonidae fillets) or 030492 (other frozen salmonidae meat), where the preservation method and form are the primary differentiating factors.
Products Classified Under 0304.52
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Norway, Chile, and Canada are leading exporters, with the USA, EU, and Japan being significant importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 030452?
HS code 030452 covers: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, salmonidae. This category covers fresh or chilled fish meat, excluding fillets, from the Salmonidae family, which includes salmon, trout, and arctic char. These species are highly valued globally for their rich flavor, nutritional benefits, and versatility in cooking. Trade involves both wild-caught (especially Pacific salmon) and extensively farmed varieties (Atlantic salmon), often in the form of whole fish or large cuts that are air-freighted to maintain peak freshness. Importers typically include high-end restaurants, specialty seafood retailers, and processors in affluent markets. The supply chain is sophisticated, emphasizing rapid transport and strict temperature control to preserve quality for discerning consumers worldwide.
What products fall under HS code 030452?
Fresh salmon steaks (bone-in), chilled trout portions (non-fillet), fresh salmon belly meat, minced salmon meat, fresh whole salmon (for processing), chilled arctic char meat
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030452?
This code is distinct from 030481 (frozen salmonidae fillets) or 030492 (other frozen salmonidae meat), where the preservation method and form are the primary differentiating factors.
How is HS code 030452 structured?
HS code 030452 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 (52) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.