HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0306.19 – Crustaceans; frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0306.1, in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water
HS code 0306.19 is the 6-digit subheading for crustaceans, frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0306.1, 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 spiny lobster tails, frozen smoked slipper lobster, frozen cooked blue crab meat, frozen rock crab claws and frozen cooked crayfish tails.
What HS 0306.19 covers
This "not elsewhere specified" (N.E.C.) code serves as a catch-all for other frozen, processed crustaceans that don't fit into the specific categories of Norway lobsters, cold-water shrimps, or other shrimps/prawns under 0306.1. This includes a diverse range of species like certain types of crabs, spiny lobsters, or other less common crustacean varieties that have undergone freezing and processing such as smoking or cooking by steaming/boiling. Trade in these products is often more niche, driven by regional preferences or specific culinary demands. Importers and exporters vary widely depending on the specific crustacean, but generally involve countries with access to diverse marine resources and sophisticated processing capabilities. Key considerations include accurate species identification, adherence to processing standards, and understanding market demand for less common seafood items to ensure proper classification and trade flow.
- Covers
- Frozen cooked spiny lobster tails
- Frozen smoked slipper lobster
- Frozen cooked blue crab meat
- Frozen rock crab claws
- Frozen cooked crayfish tails
- Frozen cooked mantis shrimp
- Examples
- Red Lobster (for sourcing)
- Sysco (distributor)
- various regional seafood processors
- Thai Union (for diverse seafood)
- Pacific Seafood
Codes often confused with 0306.19
Common mistake. This code is a common point of misclassification, as specific frozen crustaceans like crabs or lobsters might be incorrectly placed here instead of their dedicated codes (e.g., 030614 for frozen crabs, 030611 for frozen rock lobsters) if they are not specifically "smoked, cooked by steaming or boiling."
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030619, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030619 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 23% 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 Italy $10M 15% of world exports
- 2 Spain $9.3M 14% of world exports
- 3 New Zealand $7.2M 11% of world exports
World total: $66M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $47M 23% of world imports
- 2 China $33M 16% of world imports
- 3 United States $27M 13% of world imports
World total: $204M 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 codes for 0306.19 2
Brazil splits HS 0306.19 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 0306.19.10 Frozen Antarctic krillKrill (Euphausia superba)
- 0306.19.90 Other frozen crustaceansOutros
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 0306.19
What is HS code 030619?
HS code 030619 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Crustaceans; frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0306.1, in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water. This "not elsewhere specified" (N.E.C.) code serves as a catch-all for other frozen, processed crustaceans that don't fit into the specific categories of Norway lobsters, cold-water shrimps, or other shrimps/prawns under 0306.1. This includes a diverse range of species like certain types of crabs, spiny lobsters, or other less common crustacean varieties that have undergone freezing and processing such as smoking or cooking by steaming/boiling. Trade in these products is often more niche, driven by regional preferences or specific culinary demands. Importers and exporters vary widely depending on the specific crustacean, but generally involve countries with access to diverse marine resources and sophisticated processing capabilities. Key considerations include accurate species identification, adherence to processing standards, and understanding market demand for less common seafood items to ensure proper classification and trade flow.
What products fall under HS code 030619?
Frozen cooked spiny lobster tails, frozen smoked slipper lobster, frozen cooked blue crab meat, frozen rock crab claws, frozen cooked crayfish tails, frozen cooked mantis shrimp
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030619?
This code is a common point of misclassification, as specific frozen crustaceans like crabs or lobsters might be incorrectly placed here instead of their dedicated codes (e.g., 030614 for frozen crabs, 030611 for frozen rock lobsters) if they are not specifically "smoked, cooked by steaming or boiling."
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030619?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030619 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($10M, 15% of world exports), Spain ($9.3M) and New Zealand ($7.2M). World exports came to about $66M, 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 030619?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030619 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($47M, 23% of world imports), China ($33M) and the United States ($27M). World imports came to about $204M, 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 030619 structured?
HS code 030619 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 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030619?
Brazil splits HS code 030619 into 2 NCM codes: 0306.19.10 (Frozen Antarctic krill), 0306.19.90 (Other frozen crustaceans). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.