HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0306.16 – Crustaceans; frozen, cold-water shrimps and prawns (Pandalus spp., Crangon crangon), in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water
HS code 0306.16 is the 6-digit subheading for crustaceans, frozen, cold-water shrimps and prawns (Pandalus spp., Crangon crangon), in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking, in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water. It is used for frozen cooked Pandalus shrimp, frozen shelled cold-water prawns, frozen IQF Northern shrimp, frozen smoked Crangon shrimp and frozen cooked Greenland shrimp.
What HS 0306.16 covers
This category encompasses frozen, processed cold-water shrimps and prawns, primarily species like Pandalus spp. (Northern shrimp) and Crangon crangon (common shrimp), which may be smoked or cooked by steaming/boiling. These crustaceans are highly sought after in developed markets for their distinct flavor and texture, often used in salads, appetizers, and ready meals. Major importers are typically countries with high seafood consumption and strong retail/food service sectors, such as Japan, the US, and European nations. Exporters are often countries with significant cold-water fishing fleets, like Canada, Greenland, and Norway. Key trade considerations include sustainable fishing practices, processing standards (e.g., IQF - Individually Quick Frozen), and stringent food safety regulations. The convenience of pre-cooked and shelled options drives much of the international demand for these premium products.
- Covers
- Frozen cooked Pandalus shrimp
- Frozen shelled cold-water prawns
- Frozen IQF Northern shrimp
- Frozen smoked Crangon shrimp
- Frozen cooked Greenland shrimp
- Frozen peeled Pandalus borealis
- Examples
- Royal Greenland
- Clearwater Seafoods
- Ocean Choice International
- High Liner Foods
- Espersen
Codes often confused with 0306.16
Common mistake. Often confused with 030617 (frozen warm-water shrimps/prawns) due to similar appearance, but the species and origin (cold-water) differentiate them. Also, 030635 covers live, fresh, or chilled cold-water varieties.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030616, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030616 in UN Comtrade data was Greenland, with about 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% 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 Greenland* ~$380M 23% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Denmark $330M 20% of world exports
- 3 Canada $210M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $441M 31% of world imports
- 2 Denmark $242M 17% of world imports
- 3 Morocco $122M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 codes for 0306.16 2
Brazil splits HS 0306.16 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 0306.16.10 Frozen whole cold-water shrimps and prawnsInteiros
- 0306.16.90 Frozen cold-water shrimps and prawns, not wholeOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 03.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0306.16
What is HS code 030616?
HS code 030616 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Crustaceans; frozen, cold-water shrimps and prawns (Pandalus spp., Crangon crangon), in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water. This category encompasses frozen, processed cold-water shrimps and prawns, primarily species like Pandalus spp. (Northern shrimp) and Crangon crangon (common shrimp), which may be smoked or cooked by steaming/boiling. These crustaceans are highly sought after in developed markets for their distinct flavor and texture, often used in salads, appetizers, and ready meals. Major importers are typically countries with high seafood consumption and strong retail/food service sectors, such as Japan, the US, and European nations. Exporters are often countries with significant cold-water fishing fleets, like Canada, Greenland, and Norway. Key trade considerations include sustainable fishing practices, processing standards (e.g., IQF - Individually Quick Frozen), and stringent food safety regulations. The convenience of pre-cooked and shelled options drives much of the international demand for these premium products.
What products fall under HS code 030616?
Frozen cooked Pandalus shrimp, frozen shelled cold-water prawns, frozen IQF Northern shrimp, frozen smoked Crangon shrimp, frozen cooked Greenland shrimp, frozen peeled Pandalus borealis
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030616?
Often confused with 030617 (frozen warm-water shrimps/prawns) due to similar appearance, but the species and origin (cold-water) differentiate them. Also, 030635 covers live, fresh, or chilled cold-water varieties.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030616?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030616 in UN Comtrade data were Greenland (about $380M, 23% of world exports), Denmark ($330M) and Canada ($210M). 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 030616?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030616 in UN Comtrade data were China ($441M, 31% of world imports), Denmark ($242M) and Morocco ($122M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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 030616 structured?
HS code 030616 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (03) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (16) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030616?
Brazil splits HS code 030616 into 2 NCM codes: 0306.16.10 (Frozen whole cold-water shrimps and prawns), 0306.16.90 (Frozen cold-water shrimps and prawns, not whole). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.