About HS Code 030483
This HS code encompasses frozen fillets derived from various flatfish species, a significant category in global seafood trade. These products are highly valued for their delicate texture and mild flavor, making them popular in both retail and food service sectors worldwide. Major fishing nations in the North Atlantic, Pacific, and other regions supply these fillets, which undergo processing like skinning, deboning, and freezing for preservation. Importers typically include countries with high seafood consumption like the United States, Japan, and various European Union members, where flatfish are a staple. Exporters often include countries with strong fishing industries and processing capabilities, such as China, Norway, and Iceland. Key considerations in this trade involve sustainable fishing practices, traceability, and adherence to food safety standards, as consumer demand for responsibly sourced seafood continues to grow.
Products Under This Code
Frozen sole fillets, frozen plaice fillets, frozen flounder fillets, frozen turbot fillets, frozen halibut fillets, frozen dab fillets, frozen lemon sole fillets
Real World Examples
Gorton's Fish Fillets (Flounder), High Liner Foods (Sole), Iglo (Plaice), Young's Seafood (Lemon Sole), Trident Seafoods (Halibut)
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 030489 (other frozen fish fillets n.e.c.) if the specific flatfish species is not clearly identified, or with 030473 for fresh or chilled flatfish fillets.
Products Classified Under 0304.83
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Top importers include the United States, Japan, and various EU countries, while major exporters are China, Norway, and Iceland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 030483?
HS code 030483 covers: Fish fillets; frozen, flat fish (Pleuronectidae, Bothidae, Cynoglossidae, Soleidae, Scophthalmidae and Citharidae). This HS code encompasses frozen fillets derived from various flatfish species, a significant category in global seafood trade. These products are highly valued for their delicate texture and mild flavor, making them popular in both retail and food service sectors worldwide. Major fishing nations in the North Atlantic, Pacific, and other regions supply these fillets, which undergo processing like skinning, deboning, and freezing for preservation. Importers typically include countries with high seafood consumption like the United States, Japan, and various European Union members, where flatfish are a staple. Exporters often include countries with strong fishing industries and processing capabilities, such as China, Norway, and Iceland. Key considerations in this trade involve sustainable fishing practices, traceability, and adherence to food safety standards, as consumer demand for responsibly sourced seafood continues to grow.
What products fall under HS code 030483?
Frozen sole fillets, frozen plaice fillets, frozen flounder fillets, frozen turbot fillets, frozen halibut fillets, frozen dab fillets, frozen lemon sole fillets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030483?
This code can be confused with 030489 (other frozen fish fillets n.e.c.) if the specific flatfish species is not clearly identified, or with 030473 for fresh or chilled flatfish fillets.
How is HS code 030483 structured?
HS code 030483 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 (83) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.