HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0304.75 – Fish fillets; frozen, Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma)
HS code 0304.75 is the 6-digit subheading for fish fillets, frozen, Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma). It is used for alaska pollock fillets, surimi base (frozen), fish sticks (frozen), fish burgers (frozen) and IQF pollock fillets.
What HS 0304.75 covers
This HS code covers frozen fillets of Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma), one of the world's largest and most important commercial fisheries, primarily found in the North Pacific. Alaska pollock fillets are a cornerstone of the global whitefish market, widely used in processed products such as surimi, fish sticks, and fast-food fish sandwiches due to their mild flavor and abundant supply. The USA and Russia are dominant exporters, leveraging vast fishing grounds, while Japan, China, and the EU are major importers, especially for further processing. The trade is characterized by high-volume production, efficient processing, and a strong focus on sustainability, with the Bering Sea pollock fishery being a model for responsible management.
- Covers
- Alaska pollock fillets
- Surimi base (frozen)
- Fish sticks (frozen)
- Fish burgers (frozen)
- IQF pollock fillets
- Block frozen pollock fillets
- Breaded pollock portions
- Examples
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish
- Trident Seafoods
- Gorton's
- Birds Eye
- High Liner Foods
Codes often confused with 0304.75
Common mistake. Often confused with other whitefish, especially cod (030471), due to similar appearance and use in processed products, but pollock is generally more abundant and cost-effective.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030475, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030475 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 33% 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 $580M 34% of world exports
- 2 Russia* ~$455M 27% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $399M 23% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $483M 33% of world imports
- 2 France $192M 13% of world imports
- 3 Poland $159M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.5B 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 0304.75
Brazil does not split HS 0304.75: its NCM code is 0304.75.00.
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 0304.75
What is HS code 030475?
HS code 030475 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish fillets; frozen, Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma). This HS code covers frozen fillets of Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma), one of the world's largest and most important commercial fisheries, primarily found in the North Pacific. Alaska pollock fillets are a cornerstone of the global whitefish market, widely used in processed products such as surimi, fish sticks, and fast-food fish sandwiches due to their mild flavor and abundant supply. The USA and Russia are dominant exporters, leveraging vast fishing grounds, while Japan, China, and the EU are major importers, especially for further processing. The trade is characterized by high-volume production, efficient processing, and a strong focus on sustainability, with the Bering Sea pollock fishery being a model for responsible management.
What products fall under HS code 030475?
Alaska pollock fillets, surimi base (frozen), fish sticks (frozen), fish burgers (frozen), IQF pollock fillets, block frozen pollock fillets, breaded pollock portions
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030475?
Often confused with other whitefish, especially cod (030471), due to similar appearance and use in processed products, but pollock is generally more abundant and cost-effective.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030475?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030475 in UN Comtrade data were China ($580M, 34% of world exports), Russia (about $455M) and the United States ($399M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 030475?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030475 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($483M, 33% of world imports), France ($192M) and Poland ($159M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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 030475 structured?
HS code 030475 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 (75) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030475?
In Brazil, HS code 030475 is NCM 0304.75.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.