About HS Code 030812
This category covers frozen sea cucumbers, including Stichopus japonicus and other Holothuroidea species. Freezing is a vital method for preserving sea cucumbers, allowing for their global distribution and extending their shelf life significantly compared to live or fresh forms. This makes them accessible to a wider market, particularly in regions where fresh supply is limited or seasonal, and helps stabilize prices. The trade involves large-scale processing, packaging, and robust cold chain logistics to maintain product integrity and quality during transit. Frozen sea cucumbers cater to both retail and food service sectors, offering convenience and year-round availability. Importers are mainly East Asian countries such as China, Hong Kong, and South Korea, where sea cucumbers are a culinary staple and a valuable ingredient. Exporters are nations with robust sea cucumber fisheries or aquaculture operations, including Indonesia, the Philippines, and Australia, which have invested in freezing infrastructure.
Products Under This Code
Frozen sea cucumber (Stichopus japonicus), frozen sandfish, frozen curryfish, frozen prickly redfish, frozen white teatfish, frozen black teatfish, frozen golden sandfish.
Real World Examples
Frozen Japanese Sea Cucumber, Frozen Australian Sandfish, Frozen Indonesian Sea Cucumber, Frozen Pacific Sea Cucumber.
Common Misclassification
This code is for frozen sea cucumbers; misclassification can occur with 030811 (live, fresh, chilled sea cucumbers) or 030819 (dried, salted, etc. sea cucumbers) if the preservation state is not clearly defined.
Products Classified Under 0308.12
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
China, Hong Kong, and South Korea are major importers, with Indonesia, the Philippines, and Australia being key exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 030812?
HS code 030812 covers: Aquatic invertebrates; sea cucumbers (Stichopus japonicus, Holothuroidea), frozen. This category covers frozen sea cucumbers, including Stichopus japonicus and other Holothuroidea species. Freezing is a vital method for preserving sea cucumbers, allowing for their global distribution and extending their shelf life significantly compared to live or fresh forms. This makes them accessible to a wider market, particularly in regions where fresh supply is limited or seasonal, and helps stabilize prices. The trade involves large-scale processing, packaging, and robust cold chain logistics to maintain product integrity and quality during transit. Frozen sea cucumbers cater to both retail and food service sectors, offering convenience and year-round availability. Importers are mainly East Asian countries such as China, Hong Kong, and South Korea, where sea cucumbers are a culinary staple and a valuable ingredient. Exporters are nations with robust sea cucumber fisheries or aquaculture operations, including Indonesia, the Philippines, and Australia, which have invested in freezing infrastructure.
What products fall under HS code 030812?
Frozen sea cucumber (Stichopus japonicus), frozen sandfish, frozen curryfish, frozen prickly redfish, frozen white teatfish, frozen black teatfish, frozen golden sandfish.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030812?
This code is for frozen sea cucumbers; misclassification can occur with 030811 (live, fresh, chilled sea cucumbers) or 030819 (dried, salted, etc. sea cucumbers) if the preservation state is not clearly defined.
How is HS code 030812 structured?
HS code 030812 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (03) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.