HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1604.14 – Fish preparations; tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced)
HS code 1604.14 is the 6-digit subheading for fish preparations, tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced). It is used for canned tuna in oil, canned tuna in water, tuna steaks (pre-cooked/preserved), tuna pâté and skipjack tuna flakes (prepared).
What HS 1604.14 covers
This HS code covers prepared or preserved tunas, skipjack tuna, and bonito (Sarda spp.), whole or in pieces, excluding minced products. Tuna is one of the most widely consumed and globally traded fish, with canned tuna dominating the market due to its convenience, versatility, and protein content. International trade is immense, involving complex supply chains from fishing grounds to processing plants and consumer markets worldwide. Exporters are often countries with large tuna fleets and advanced canning facilities, while importers include virtually every nation. Critical trade issues revolve around sustainable fishing practices, combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, traceability, and ensuring compliance with international food safety standards. The market offers various species and preparations, catering to diverse culinary preferences and price points.
- Covers
- Canned tuna in oil
- Canned tuna in water
- Tuna steaks (pre-cooked/preserved)
- Tuna pâté
- Skipjack tuna flakes (prepared)
- Bonito flakes (katsuobushi)
- Tuna salad (prepared)
- Examples
- Starkist Canned Tuna
- Bumble Bee Canned Tuna
- Chicken of the Sea Canned Tuna
- Genova Tuna
- Rio Mare Tuna
Codes often confused with 1604.14
Common mistake. Can be confused with 030487 (fresh/chilled tuna fillets) if not preserved, or 160420 (other prepared fish) if it's minced tuna or a tuna-based spread.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 160414, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 160414 in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 Thailand $2.5B 25% of world exports
- 2 Ecuador $1.7B 17% of world exports
- 3 China $917M 9.3% of world exports
World total: $9.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2B 12% of world imports
- 2 Spain $1.0B 11% of world imports
- 3 Italy $1.0B 10% of world imports
World total: $9.8B 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 codes for 1604.14 3
Brazil splits HS 1604.14 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 1604.14.10 Prepared or preserved tuna, not mincedAtuns
- 1604.14.20 Prepared or preserved skipjack tuna, not mincedBonito-listrado
- 1604.14.30 Prepared or preserved bonitoBonito-cachorro
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 1604.14
What is HS code 160414?
HS code 160414 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fish preparations; tunas, skipjack tuna and bonito (Sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced). This HS code covers prepared or preserved tunas, skipjack tuna, and bonito (Sarda spp.), whole or in pieces, excluding minced products. Tuna is one of the most widely consumed and globally traded fish, with canned tuna dominating the market due to its convenience, versatility, and protein content. International trade is immense, involving complex supply chains from fishing grounds to processing plants and consumer markets worldwide. Exporters are often countries with large tuna fleets and advanced canning facilities, while importers include virtually every nation. Critical trade issues revolve around sustainable fishing practices, combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, traceability, and ensuring compliance with international food safety standards. The market offers various species and preparations, catering to diverse culinary preferences and price points.
What products fall under HS code 160414?
Canned tuna in oil, canned tuna in water, tuna steaks (pre-cooked/preserved), tuna pâté, skipjack tuna flakes (prepared), bonito flakes (katsuobushi), tuna salad (prepared)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 160414?
Can be confused with 030487 (fresh/chilled tuna fillets) if not preserved, or 160420 (other prepared fish) if it's minced tuna or a tuna-based spread.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 160414?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 160414 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($2.5B, 25% of world exports), Ecuador ($1.7B) and China ($917M). World exports came to about $9.9B, 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 160414?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 160414 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 12% of world imports), Spain ($1.0B) and Italy ($1.0B). World imports came to about $9.8B, 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 160414 structured?
HS code 160414 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 (14) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 160414?
Brazil splits HS code 160414 into 3 NCM codes: 1604.14.10 (Prepared or preserved tuna, not minced), 1604.14.20 (Prepared or preserved skipjack tuna, not minced), 1604.14.30 (Prepared or preserved bonito). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.