HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 0304.81 – Fish fillets; frozen, salmon, Pacific (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou, Oncorhynchus rhodurus), Atlantic (Salmo salar), and Danube (Hucho hucho)

HS code 0304.81 is the 6-digit subheading for fish fillets, frozen, salmon, Pacific (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou, Oncorhynchus rhodurus), Atlantic (Salmo salar), and Danube (Hucho hucho). It is used for atlantic salmon fillets, pacific salmon fillets, sockeye salmon fillets, coho salmon fillets and king salmon fillets.

What HS 0304.81 covers

This HS code covers frozen fillets of salmon, encompassing both wild Pacific salmon (various Oncorhynchus species) and farmed Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar), as well as Danube salmon (Hucho hucho). Salmon is a highly valued and globally traded fish, renowned for its rich flavor, vibrant color, and high omega-3 content. The trade is dominated by major aquaculture producers like Norway and Chile for Atlantic salmon, and wild fisheries in Alaska and Canada for Pacific varieties. Importers include high-income countries across North America, Europe, and Asia, where salmon is a premium seafood choice. Key aspects of this trade involve stringent quality control, sustainability certifications, and diverse product forms, from skin-on portions to skinless loins, catering to both retail and foodservice sectors.

Covers
  • Atlantic salmon fillets
  • Pacific salmon fillets
  • Sockeye salmon fillets
  • Coho salmon fillets
  • King salmon fillets
  • Skin-on salmon fillets
  • Skinless salmon fillets
  • IQF salmon portions
Examples
  • Mowi
  • Cermaq
  • Grieg Seafood
  • Trident Seafoods
  • Costco Kirkland Signature Salmon

Codes often confused with 0304.81

Common mistake. Could be confused with fresh salmon fillets (030441) if the 'frozen' aspect is overlooked, or with trout fillets (030482) due to similar appearance, though salmon is generally larger and commands a higher price.

0304.41Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, salmon, Pacific (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou and Oncorhynchus rhodurus), Atlantic (Salmo salar), Danube (Hucho hucho)0304.82Fish fillets; frozen, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster)

Top exporters and importers of HS code 030481, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030481 in UN Comtrade data was Chile, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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. 1 Chile $1.6B
  2. 2 Norway $1.1B
  3. 3 Poland $515M

World total: $5.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $1.7B
  2. 2 Germany $392M
  3. 3 Japan $369M

World total: $5.1B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 0304.81

Brazil does not split HS 0304.81: its NCM code is 0304.81.00.

  1. 0304.81.00 Frozen salmon filletsSalmões-do-pacífico (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou e Oncorhynchus rhodurus), salmão-do-atlântico (Salmo salar) e salmão-do-danúbio (Hucho hucho)

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 0304.81

What is HS code 030481?

HS code 030481 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish fillets; frozen, salmon, Pacific (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou, Oncorhynchus rhodurus), Atlantic (Salmo salar), and Danube (Hucho hucho). This HS code covers frozen fillets of salmon, encompassing both wild Pacific salmon (various Oncorhynchus species) and farmed Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar), as well as Danube salmon (Hucho hucho). Salmon is a highly valued and globally traded fish, renowned for its rich flavor, vibrant color, and high omega-3 content. The trade is dominated by major aquaculture producers like Norway and Chile for Atlantic salmon, and wild fisheries in Alaska and Canada for Pacific varieties. Importers include high-income countries across North America, Europe, and Asia, where salmon is a premium seafood choice. Key aspects of this trade involve stringent quality control, sustainability certifications, and diverse product forms, from skin-on portions to skinless loins, catering to both retail and foodservice sectors.

What products fall under HS code 030481?

Atlantic salmon fillets, Pacific salmon fillets, sockeye salmon fillets, coho salmon fillets, king salmon fillets, skin-on salmon fillets, skinless salmon fillets, IQF salmon portions

What are common misclassifications for HS code 030481?

Could be confused with fresh salmon fillets (030441) if the 'frozen' aspect is overlooked, or with trout fillets (030482) due to similar appearance, though salmon is generally larger and commands a higher price.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030481?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030481 in UN Comtrade data were Chile ($1.6B, 32% of world exports), Norway ($1.1B) and Poland ($515M). World exports came to about $5.2B, 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 030481?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030481 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.7B, 33% of world imports), Germany ($392M) and Japan ($369M). World imports came to about $5.1B, 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 030481 structured?

HS code 030481 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 (81) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030481?

In Brazil, HS code 030481 is NCM 0304.81.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.