HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 0304.69 – Fish fillets; frozen, carp (Cyprinus/Carassius/Ctenopharyngodon idellus/Hypophthalmichthys/Cirrhinus/Mylopharyngodon piceus/Catla catla/Labeo/Osteochilus hasselti/Leptobarbus hoeveni/Megalobrama), eels (Anguilla) and snakeheads (Channa)

HS code 0304.69 is the 6-digit subheading for fish fillets, frozen, carp (Cyprinus/Carassius/Ctenopharyngodon idellus/Hypophthalmichthys/Cirrhinus/Mylopharyngodon piceus/Catla catla/Labeo/Osteochilus hasselti/Leptobarbus hoeveni/Megalobrama), eels (Anguilla) and snakeheads (Channa). It is used for frozen carp fillets, frozen eel fillets, frozen snakehead fillets, grass carp fillets and silver carp fillets.

What HS 0304.69 covers

This HS code encompasses frozen fillets of a diverse group of fish, including various carp species, eels (Anguilla), and snakeheads (Channa). This category highlights the global trade in species that are particularly important in Asian and some European cuisines. Aquaculture plays a crucial role in the supply of many of these fish, especially carp and eels, facilitating consistent availability for international markets. Exporters are often countries with strong aquaculture industries, while importers are typically nations where these fish are culinary staples or where there's a demand for diverse seafood options. Key considerations in this trade include species identification, processing methods (e.g., smoked eel fillets), and adherence to food safety standards, given the variety of fish covered.

Covers
  • Frozen carp fillets
  • Frozen eel fillets
  • Frozen snakehead fillets
  • Grass carp fillets
  • Silver carp fillets
  • Common carp fillets
  • Smoked eel fillets
  • Catfish fillets
Examples
  • Aqua Star
  • Iglo (for some European markets)
  • specific Asian food brands
  • Regal Springs (for some carp varieties)

Codes often confused with 0304.69

Common mistake. This 'basket' code for specific species might be confused with 030463 (Nile Perch) or 030479 (other Gadiformes) if the species is not correctly identified and falls under a more specific code.

0304.63Fish fillets; frozen, Nile Perch (Lates niloticus)0304.79Fish fillets; frozen, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae and Muraenolepididae other than cod, haddock, coalfish, hake, and Alaska pollock

Top exporters and importers of HS code 030469, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030469 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 21% 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. 1 China $21M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$10M
  3. 3 Malaysia $7.7M

World total: $49M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 South Korea $14M
  2. 2 Malaysia $8.0M
  3. 3 Hong Kong $6.5M

World total: $65M 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 0304.69

Brazil does not split HS 0304.69: its NCM code is 0304.69.00.

  1. 0304.69.00 Frozen carp, eel and snakehead filletsOutros

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 0304.69

What is HS code 030469?

HS code 030469 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish fillets; frozen, carp (Cyprinus/Carassius/Ctenopharyngodon idellus/Hypophthalmichthys/Cirrhinus/Mylopharyngodon piceus/Catla catla/Labeo/Osteochilus hasselti/Leptobarbus hoeveni/Megalobrama), eels (Anguilla) and snakeheads (Channa). This HS code encompasses frozen fillets of a diverse group of fish, including various carp species, eels (Anguilla), and snakeheads (Channa). This category highlights the global trade in species that are particularly important in Asian and some European cuisines. Aquaculture plays a crucial role in the supply of many of these fish, especially carp and eels, facilitating consistent availability for international markets. Exporters are often countries with strong aquaculture industries, while importers are typically nations where these fish are culinary staples or where there's a demand for diverse seafood options. Key considerations in this trade include species identification, processing methods (e.g., smoked eel fillets), and adherence to food safety standards, given the variety of fish covered.

What products fall under HS code 030469?

Frozen carp fillets, frozen eel fillets, frozen snakehead fillets, grass carp fillets, silver carp fillets, common carp fillets, smoked eel fillets, catfish fillets

What are common misclassifications for HS code 030469?

This 'basket' code for specific species might be confused with 030463 (Nile Perch) or 030479 (other Gadiformes) if the species is not correctly identified and falls under a more specific code.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030469?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030469 in UN Comtrade data were China ($21M, 43% of world exports), Vietnam (about $10M) and Malaysia ($7.7M). World exports came to about $49M, 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 030469?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030469 in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($14M, 21% of world imports), Malaysia ($8.0M) and Hong Kong ($6.5M). World imports came to about $65M, 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 030469 structured?

HS code 030469 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 (69) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030469?

In Brazil, HS code 030469 is NCM 0304.69.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.