HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0305.62 – Fish; salted or in brine, not dried or smoked, other than edible fish offal, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus)
HS code 0305.62 is the 6-digit subheading for fish, salted or in brine, not dried or smoked, other than edible fish offal, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus). It is used for salted cod fillets, whole salted cod, bacalhau (salted cod), cod loins in brine and salted cod portions.
What HS 0305.62 covers
This HS code encompasses the international trade of cod that has been preserved by salting or brining, but not dried or smoked, and excludes edible offal. This category is significant for countries with a strong culinary tradition of consuming salted cod, such as Portugal, Brazil, and Spain, where it's a staple known as 'bacalhau.' Major exporters include nations with robust cod fisheries and processing capabilities like Norway, Iceland, and Canada. The trade involves various forms, from whole fish to fillets, catering to both retail and foodservice sectors. Key things to know include the specific salt content, the species of cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus), and the importance of proper rehydration and preparation by the end-user. This product's long shelf life due to salting makes it ideal for global distribution, connecting distant markets through a shared appreciation for this preserved delicacy.
- Covers
- Salted cod fillets
- Whole salted cod
- Bacalhau (salted cod)
- Cod loins in brine
- Salted cod portions
- Boneless salted cod.
- Examples
- Bacalhau Giraldo
- Icelandic Salted Cod
- Fjordland Salted Cod
- Gadus morhua salted fillets.
Codes often confused with 0305.62
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 030551 (dried cod) if the product has been significantly dehydrated, or with 030491 (fresh/chilled cod fillets) if the preservation method is not clearly identified as salting or brining.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030562, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030562 in UN Comtrade data was Norway, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Portugal, with 45% 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 Norway $208M 29% of world exports
- 2 Iceland $185M 26% of world exports
- 3 Sweden $156M 22% of world exports
World total: $711M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Portugal $343M 45% of world imports
- 2 Sweden $152M 20% of world imports
- 3 Spain $121M 16% of world imports
World total: $761M 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 0305.62
Brazil does not split HS 0305.62: its NCM code is 0305.62.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 03.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0305.62
What is HS code 030562?
HS code 030562 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish; salted or in brine, not dried or smoked, other than edible fish offal, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus). This HS code encompasses the international trade of cod that has been preserved by salting or brining, but not dried or smoked, and excludes edible offal. This category is significant for countries with a strong culinary tradition of consuming salted cod, such as Portugal, Brazil, and Spain, where it's a staple known as 'bacalhau.' Major exporters include nations with robust cod fisheries and processing capabilities like Norway, Iceland, and Canada. The trade involves various forms, from whole fish to fillets, catering to both retail and foodservice sectors. Key things to know include the specific salt content, the species of cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus), and the importance of proper rehydration and preparation by the end-user. This product's long shelf life due to salting makes it ideal for global distribution, connecting distant markets through a shared appreciation for this preserved delicacy.
What products fall under HS code 030562?
Salted cod fillets, whole salted cod, bacalhau (salted cod), cod loins in brine, salted cod portions, boneless salted cod.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030562?
This code is often confused with 030551 (dried cod) if the product has been significantly dehydrated, or with 030491 (fresh/chilled cod fillets) if the preservation method is not clearly identified as salting or brining.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030562?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030562 in UN Comtrade data were Norway ($208M, 29% of world exports), Iceland ($185M) and Sweden ($156M). World exports came to about $711M, 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 030562?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030562 in UN Comtrade data were Portugal ($343M, 45% of world imports), Sweden ($152M) and Spain ($121M). World imports came to about $761M, 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 030562 structured?
HS code 030562 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (03) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (62) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030562?
In Brazil, HS code 030562 is NCM 0305.62.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.