HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0306.92 – Crustaceans; lobsters (Homarus spp.), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking
HS code 0306.92 is the 6-digit subheading for crustaceans, lobsters (Homarus spp.), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking. It is used for smoked American lobster tails, cooked and smoked European lobster, smoked whole Homarus americanus, smoked Homarus gammarus meat and smoked lobster claws.
What HS 0306.92 covers
This HS code is dedicated to the trade of smoked lobsters belonging to the Homarus genus, which includes the highly prized American and European lobsters. These crustaceans, whether cooked before or during the smoking process, and presented in or out of their shell, represent a niche market for gourmet and specialty food sectors. Smoking imparts a unique flavor profile and extends the product's shelf life, making it a versatile ingredient for chefs and a luxury item for consumers. Key importers are typically high-end food retailers, restaurants, and distributors in affluent markets like the United States, Canada, and European Union countries, where there's a strong demand for premium seafood products. Exporters primarily originate from countries with significant Homarus lobster fisheries, notably Canada, the United States, and some European nations. Trade under this code requires strict adherence to food safety regulations, proper packaging for smoked goods, and efficient logistics to maintain product integrity and quality.
- Covers
- Smoked American lobster tails
- Cooked and smoked European lobster
- Smoked whole Homarus americanus
- Smoked Homarus gammarus meat
- Smoked lobster claws
- Smoked lobster knuckles
- Smoked lobster bodies
- Examples
- Maine Lobster (smoked)
- Canadian Atlantic Lobster (smoked)
- Brittany Lobster (smoked)
- Nova Scotia Lobster (smoked)
Codes often confused with 0306.92
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 030612 (frozen lobsters, Homarus spp.) if the smoking process is not explicitly stated, or with 030632 (live, fresh, chilled lobsters, Homarus spp.) if the processing is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030692, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030692 in UN Comtrade data was Sri Lanka, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Singapore, with 47% 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 Sri Lanka $2.9M 49% of world exports
- 2 United States $1.4M 23% of world exports
- 3 Namibia $680K 11% of world exports
World total: $6.0M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Singapore $4.8M 47% of world imports
- 2 Spain $2.7M 26% of world imports
- 3 Bahamas* ~$880K 8.5% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $10M 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 code for 0306.92
Brazil does not split HS 0306.92: its NCM code is 0306.92.00.
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 0306.92
What is HS code 030692?
HS code 030692 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Crustaceans; lobsters (Homarus spp.), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking. This HS code is dedicated to the trade of smoked lobsters belonging to the Homarus genus, which includes the highly prized American and European lobsters. These crustaceans, whether cooked before or during the smoking process, and presented in or out of their shell, represent a niche market for gourmet and specialty food sectors. Smoking imparts a unique flavor profile and extends the product's shelf life, making it a versatile ingredient for chefs and a luxury item for consumers. Key importers are typically high-end food retailers, restaurants, and distributors in affluent markets like the United States, Canada, and European Union countries, where there's a strong demand for premium seafood products. Exporters primarily originate from countries with significant Homarus lobster fisheries, notably Canada, the United States, and some European nations. Trade under this code requires strict adherence to food safety regulations, proper packaging for smoked goods, and efficient logistics to maintain product integrity and quality.
What products fall under HS code 030692?
Smoked American lobster tails, Cooked and smoked European lobster, Smoked whole Homarus americanus, Smoked Homarus gammarus meat, Smoked lobster claws, Smoked lobster knuckles, Smoked lobster bodies
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030692?
This code can be confused with 030612 (frozen lobsters, Homarus spp.) if the smoking process is not explicitly stated, or with 030632 (live, fresh, chilled lobsters, Homarus spp.) if the processing is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030692?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030692 in UN Comtrade data were Sri Lanka ($2.9M, 49% of world exports), the United States ($1.4M) and Namibia ($680K). World exports came to about $6.0M, 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 030692?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030692 in UN Comtrade data were Singapore ($4.8M, 47% of world imports), Spain ($2.7M) and the Bahamas (about $880K). World imports came to about $10M, 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 030692 structured?
HS code 030692 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 (92) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030692?
In Brazil, HS code 030692 is NCM 0306.92.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.