About HS Code 030454
This code specifically covers fresh or chilled fish meat, excluding fillets, of swordfish (Xiphias gladius). Swordfish is a highly sought-after pelagic species, renowned for its firm, meaty texture and distinctive flavor, making it a premium offering in seafood markets and high-end restaurants globally. International trade typically involves large cuts, such as loins or steaks, often air-freighted to preserve optimal freshness and quality. Major fishing nations across the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans are suppliers, with demand coming from affluent consumer markets that value its culinary versatility and status as a luxury seafood item. Strict quality control and rapid logistics are essential for this high-value product.
Products Under This Code
Fresh swordfish steaks (bone-in), chilled swordfish loins (non-fillet), fresh swordfish belly meat, minced swordfish meat, fresh swordfish chunks
Real World Examples
Mediterranean Swordfish (meat), Atlantic Swordfish (meat), Pacific Swordfish (meat)
Common Misclassification
This code is distinct from 030483 (frozen swordfish fillets) or 030494 (other frozen swordfish meat), with the key differences being the preservation method and the form (fillet vs. non-fillet).
Products Classified Under 0304.54
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Spain, Japan, and Taiwan are significant exporters, while the USA, Italy, and Japan are top importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 030454?
HS code 030454 covers: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, swordfish (Xiphias gladius). This code specifically covers fresh or chilled fish meat, excluding fillets, of swordfish (Xiphias gladius). Swordfish is a highly sought-after pelagic species, renowned for its firm, meaty texture and distinctive flavor, making it a premium offering in seafood markets and high-end restaurants globally. International trade typically involves large cuts, such as loins or steaks, often air-freighted to preserve optimal freshness and quality. Major fishing nations across the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans are suppliers, with demand coming from affluent consumer markets that value its culinary versatility and status as a luxury seafood item. Strict quality control and rapid logistics are essential for this high-value product.
What products fall under HS code 030454?
Fresh swordfish steaks (bone-in), chilled swordfish loins (non-fillet), fresh swordfish belly meat, minced swordfish meat, fresh swordfish chunks
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030454?
This code is distinct from 030483 (frozen swordfish fillets) or 030494 (other frozen swordfish meat), with the key differences being the preservation method and the form (fillet vs. non-fillet).
How is HS code 030454 structured?
HS code 030454 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 (54) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.