HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0307.49 – Molluscs; cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process
HS code 0307.49 is the 6-digit subheading for molluscs, cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process. It is used for dried squid strips, salted cuttlefish, squid in brine, smoked squid rings and dried baby squid.
What HS 0307.49 covers
This category includes cuttlefish and squid preserved through drying, salting, brining, or smoking, methods that significantly extend their shelf life and create distinct flavor profiles. These preserved cephalopods are highly valued in specific culinary traditions, particularly in Asian and Mediterranean cuisines, often used as ingredients in complex dishes or as shelf-stable snacks. Major importers are typically countries with a strong demand for traditional preserved seafood, such as China, Hong Kong, and various Southeast Asian nations. Exporters often originate from regions with abundant cuttlefish and squid resources and established processing industries, including China, Vietnam, and Spain. Key considerations in this trade involve adherence to specific moisture content, salt levels, and food safety regulations for preserved products, as well as appropriate packaging for ambient storage and clear labeling of the preservation method.
- Covers
- Dried squid strips
- Salted cuttlefish
- Squid in brine
- Smoked squid rings
- Dried baby squid
- Cuttlefish jerky
- Brined calamari
- Examples
- Calbee Dried Squid
- Golden Dragon Dried Cuttlefish
- Dongwon Smoked Squid
- Spanish Brined Cuttlefish
Codes often confused with 0307.49
Common mistake. This code is differentiated from 030742 (live/fresh/chilled) and 030743 (frozen) by its specific preservation methods. Careful attention to the processing state is crucial to avoid misclassification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 030749, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 030749 in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 21% 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 Vietnam* ~$172M 49% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $47M 14% of world exports
- 3 United States $29M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $347M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $86M 21% of world imports
- 2 United States $61M 15% of world imports
- 3 China $59M 15% of world imports
World total: $403M 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 0307.49
Brazil does not split HS 0307.49: its NCM code is 0307.49.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 03.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0307.49
What is HS code 030749?
HS code 030749 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Molluscs; cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process. This category includes cuttlefish and squid preserved through drying, salting, brining, or smoking, methods that significantly extend their shelf life and create distinct flavor profiles. These preserved cephalopods are highly valued in specific culinary traditions, particularly in Asian and Mediterranean cuisines, often used as ingredients in complex dishes or as shelf-stable snacks. Major importers are typically countries with a strong demand for traditional preserved seafood, such as China, Hong Kong, and various Southeast Asian nations. Exporters often originate from regions with abundant cuttlefish and squid resources and established processing industries, including China, Vietnam, and Spain. Key considerations in this trade involve adherence to specific moisture content, salt levels, and food safety regulations for preserved products, as well as appropriate packaging for ambient storage and clear labeling of the preservation method.
What products fall under HS code 030749?
Dried squid strips, salted cuttlefish, squid in brine, smoked squid rings, dried baby squid, cuttlefish jerky, brined calamari
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030749?
This code is differentiated from 030742 (live/fresh/chilled) and 030743 (frozen) by its specific preservation methods. Careful attention to the processing state is crucial to avoid misclassification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 030749?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 030749 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $172M, 49% of world exports), China ($47M) and the United States ($29M). World exports came to about $347M, 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 030749?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 030749 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($86M, 21% of world imports), the United States ($61M) and China ($59M). World imports came to about $403M, 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 030749 structured?
HS code 030749 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (03) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (49) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 030749?
In Brazil, HS code 030749 is NCM 0307.49.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.