HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0304.61 – Fish fillets; frozen, tilapias (Oreochromis spp.)
HS code 0304.61 is the 6-digit subheading for fish fillets, frozen, tilapias (Oreochromis spp.). It is used for frozen tilapia fillets (skinless, boneless), individually quick frozen (IQF) tilapia fillets, frozen breaded tilapia fillets, frozen marinated tilapia fillets and frozen tilapia loin fillets.
What HS 0304.61 covers
This HS code specifically covers frozen fillets of tilapias (Oreochromis spp.). Tilapia is a globally significant aquaculture product, highly valued for its mild flavor, white flaky flesh, and affordability, making it a popular choice for consumers and the food service industry worldwide. Freezing fillets allows for extended shelf life and efficient global distribution, facilitating large-scale trade from major producing countries, primarily in Asia and Latin America, to large consumer markets in North America and Europe. This product is often sold in retail packs for supermarkets or in bulk for restaurants and food processors, emphasizing convenience and consistent quality.
- Covers
- Frozen tilapia fillets (skinless, boneless)
- Individually quick frozen (IQF) tilapia fillets
- Frozen breaded tilapia fillets
- Frozen marinated tilapia fillets
- Frozen tilapia loin fillets
- Examples
- Regal Springs Frozen Tilapia Fillets
- Aqua Star Tilapia Fillets
- Kirkland Signature Tilapia Fillets
- High Liner Tilapia Fillets
Codes often confused with 0304.61
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 030451 (fresh/chilled non-fillet tilapia meat) or 030491 (other frozen tilapia meat, not fillets), with the key differentiators being the form (fillet) and preservation method (frozen).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030461, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030461 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 47% 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 China $132M 37% of world exports
- 2 Indonesia $96M 27% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$43M 12% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $358M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $429M 47% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $154M 17% of world imports
- 3 Israel $104M 11% of world imports
World total: $911M 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 code for 0304.61
Brazil does not split HS 0304.61: its NCM code is 0304.61.00.
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 0304.61
What is HS code 030461?
HS code 030461 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish fillets; frozen, tilapias (Oreochromis spp.). This HS code specifically covers frozen fillets of tilapias (Oreochromis spp.). Tilapia is a globally significant aquaculture product, highly valued for its mild flavor, white flaky flesh, and affordability, making it a popular choice for consumers and the food service industry worldwide. Freezing fillets allows for extended shelf life and efficient global distribution, facilitating large-scale trade from major producing countries, primarily in Asia and Latin America, to large consumer markets in North America and Europe. This product is often sold in retail packs for supermarkets or in bulk for restaurants and food processors, emphasizing convenience and consistent quality.
What products fall under HS code 030461?
Frozen tilapia fillets (skinless, boneless), individually quick frozen (IQF) tilapia fillets, frozen breaded tilapia fillets, frozen marinated tilapia fillets, frozen tilapia loin fillets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030461?
This code is distinct from 030451 (fresh/chilled non-fillet tilapia meat) or 030491 (other frozen tilapia meat, not fillets), with the key differentiators being the form (fillet) and preservation method (frozen).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030461?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030461 in UN Comtrade data were China ($132M, 37% of world exports), Indonesia ($96M) and Vietnam (about $43M). World exports came to about $358M, 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 030461?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030461 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($429M, 47% of world imports), Mexico ($154M) and Israel ($104M). World imports came to about $911M, 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 030461 structured?
HS code 030461 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 (61) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030461?
In Brazil, HS code 030461 is NCM 0304.61.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.