HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0306.35 – Crustaceans; live, fresh or chilled, cold-water shrimps and prawns (Pandalus spp., Crangon crangon), in shell or not
HS code 0306.35 is the 6-digit subheading for crustaceans, live, fresh or chilled, cold-water shrimps and prawns (Pandalus spp., Crangon crangon), in shell or not. It is used for fresh Pandalus shrimp, live Crangon shrimp, chilled Northern shrimp, fresh Greenland shrimp and live common shrimp.
What HS 0306.35 covers
This code covers live, fresh, or chilled cold-water shrimps and prawns, specifically species like Pandalus spp. (e.g., Northern shrimp) and Crangon crangon (common shrimp). Unlike their frozen counterparts, these products are traded in their freshest state, catering to markets that prioritize immediate consumption and premium quality. The trade is often regional, with rapid distribution from fishing vessels to local markets or high-end restaurants. While less globally extensive than frozen shrimp trade, it serves niche markets demanding the freshest possible product. Importers and exporters are typically countries with adjacent cold-water fishing grounds and strong domestic seafood consumption, such as Nordic countries, Canada, and parts of Europe. Maintaining the cold chain and ensuring quick delivery are paramount to preserving the delicate texture and flavor of these crustaceans, making them a highly perishable commodity.
- Covers
- Fresh Pandalus shrimp
- Live Crangon shrimp
- Chilled Northern shrimp
- Fresh Greenland shrimp
- Live common shrimp
- Fresh pink shrimp
- Examples
- Royal Greenland (for sourcing)
- Clearwater Seafoods (for sourcing)
- local fish markets in Scandinavia
- various European seafood distributors
- Ocean Choice International
Codes often confused with 0306.35
Common mistake. Can be confused with 030636 (live, fresh, or chilled warm-water shrimps/prawns) due to general "shrimp" classification, but the species and habitat are distinct. Also, 030616 covers frozen cold-water varieties.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030635, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030635 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 28% 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 Netherlands $69M 37% of world exports
- 2 Germany $38M 20% of world exports
- 3 Denmark $29M 16% of world exports
World total: $187M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $41M 28% of world imports
- 2 Morocco $32M 22% of world imports
- 3 Germany $16M 11% of world imports
World total: $147M 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 0306.35
Brazil does not split HS 0306.35: its NCM code is 0306.35.00.
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 0306.35
What is HS code 030635?
HS code 030635 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Crustaceans; live, fresh or chilled, cold-water shrimps and prawns (Pandalus spp., Crangon crangon), in shell or not. This code covers live, fresh, or chilled cold-water shrimps and prawns, specifically species like Pandalus spp. (e.g., Northern shrimp) and Crangon crangon (common shrimp). Unlike their frozen counterparts, these products are traded in their freshest state, catering to markets that prioritize immediate consumption and premium quality. The trade is often regional, with rapid distribution from fishing vessels to local markets or high-end restaurants. While less globally extensive than frozen shrimp trade, it serves niche markets demanding the freshest possible product. Importers and exporters are typically countries with adjacent cold-water fishing grounds and strong domestic seafood consumption, such as Nordic countries, Canada, and parts of Europe. Maintaining the cold chain and ensuring quick delivery are paramount to preserving the delicate texture and flavor of these crustaceans, making them a highly perishable commodity.
What products fall under HS code 030635?
Fresh Pandalus shrimp, live Crangon shrimp, chilled Northern shrimp, fresh Greenland shrimp, live common shrimp, fresh pink shrimp
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030635?
Can be confused with 030636 (live, fresh, or chilled warm-water shrimps/prawns) due to general "shrimp" classification, but the species and habitat are distinct. Also, 030616 covers frozen cold-water varieties.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030635?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030635 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($69M, 37% of world exports), Germany ($38M) and Denmark ($29M). World exports came to about $187M, 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 030635?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030635 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($41M, 28% of world imports), Morocco ($32M) and Germany ($16M). World imports came to about $147M, 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 030635 structured?
HS code 030635 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 (35) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030635?
In Brazil, HS code 030635 is NCM 0306.35.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.