HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 1604.11 – Fish preparations; salmon, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced)

HS code 1604.11 is the 6-digit subheading for fish preparations, salmon, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced). It is used for canned salmon, smoked salmon fillets, cured salmon (gravlax), salmon pâté and salmon portions (pre-cooked/preserved).

What HS 1604.11 covers

This HS code specifically covers prepared or preserved salmon, whether whole or in pieces, but not minced. Salmon is a highly valued and globally traded seafood commodity, with products ranging from canned salmon to smoked fillets and cured gravlax. International trade is driven by consumer demand for its distinct flavor, nutritional benefits, and versatility. Major exporters are often countries with significant wild salmon fisheries or advanced aquaculture industries, while importers include nations with high seafood consumption and sophisticated food distribution networks. Key trade considerations involve sustainability certifications (e.g., MSC, ASC), traceability, food safety standards, and cold chain logistics to maintain product quality. The market sees continuous innovation in packaging and preparation methods to cater to diverse consumer preferences and convenience needs.

Covers
  • Canned salmon
  • Smoked salmon fillets
  • Cured salmon (gravlax)
  • Salmon pâté
  • Salmon portions (pre-cooked/preserved)
  • Salmon roe (prepared)
  • Salmon jerky
Examples
  • Bumble Bee Canned Salmon
  • Chicken of the Sea Canned Salmon
  • Ducktrap River Smoked Salmon
  • Fjordland Smoked Salmon
  • Trader Joe's Smoked Salmon

Codes often confused with 1604.11

Common mistake. Could be confused with 030481 (fresh/chilled salmon fillets) if not clearly 'prepared or preserved,' or 160420 (other prepared fish) if it's minced salmon.

0304.81Fish fillets; frozen, salmon, Pacific (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou, Oncorhynchus rhodurus), Atlantic (Salmo salar), and Danube (Hucho hucho)1604.20Fish preparations; fish minced or in forms n.e.c. in heading no. 1604, prepared or preserved

Top exporters and importers of HS code 160411, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 160411 in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 26% 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. 1 Poland $225M
  2. 2 Lithuania $134M
  3. 3 Thailand $103M

World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $267M
  2. 2 United States $153M
  3. 3 Japan $108M

World total: $1.0B 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 1604.11

Brazil does not split HS 1604.11: its NCM code is 1604.11.00.

  1. 1604.11.00 Prepared or preserved salmonSalmões

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 16.04 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 1604.11

What is HS code 160411?

HS code 160411 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish preparations; salmon, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced). This HS code specifically covers prepared or preserved salmon, whether whole or in pieces, but not minced. Salmon is a highly valued and globally traded seafood commodity, with products ranging from canned salmon to smoked fillets and cured gravlax. International trade is driven by consumer demand for its distinct flavor, nutritional benefits, and versatility. Major exporters are often countries with significant wild salmon fisheries or advanced aquaculture industries, while importers include nations with high seafood consumption and sophisticated food distribution networks. Key trade considerations involve sustainability certifications (e.g., MSC, ASC), traceability, food safety standards, and cold chain logistics to maintain product quality. The market sees continuous innovation in packaging and preparation methods to cater to diverse consumer preferences and convenience needs.

What products fall under HS code 160411?

Canned salmon, smoked salmon fillets, cured salmon (gravlax), salmon pâté, salmon portions (pre-cooked/preserved), salmon roe (prepared), salmon jerky

What are common misclassifications for HS code 160411?

Could be confused with 030481 (fresh/chilled salmon fillets) if not clearly 'prepared or preserved,' or 160420 (other prepared fish) if it's minced salmon.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 160411?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 160411 in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($225M, 22% of world exports), Lithuania ($134M) and Thailand ($103M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 160411?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 160411 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($267M, 26% of world imports), the United States ($153M) and Japan ($108M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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 160411 structured?

HS code 160411 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (16) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 160411?

In Brazil, HS code 160411 is NCM 1604.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.