Product classification
HS code for Chilled dogfish meat: 0304.56
Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced, fresh or chilled, dogfish and other sharks.
Classification of chilled dogfish meat under HS 0304.56
HS code 0304.56 is applied to fresh or chilled fish meat of dogfish and other sharks, excluding fillets. This classification falls under Chapter 3, heading 0304, which encompasses fish fillets and other fish meat. The "other fish meat" category (subheadings 0304.51 through 0304.59 for fresh/chilled) typically includes meat that has been removed from the bone but does not meet the definition of a fillet. This includes minced fish meat, trimmings, or flaps. For dogfish and sharks, 0304.56 is the specific subheading for these products when they are in a fresh or chilled state. Chilling refers to the maintenance of the product at a temperature near 0°C without freezing. The classification is governed by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1 and 6, which require products to be classified according to the terms of the subheadings. This code is particularly important for the food processing industry, where shark meat may be sold in bulk for further manufacturing into fish cakes, surimi, or other processed seafood products. It is essential to distinguish this from fillets (0304.47) and frozen meat (0304.96) to ensure correct duty payment and compliance with trade regulations.
- Covers
- Fresh minced dogfish meat
- Chilled shark meat trimmings
- Fresh dogfish belly flaps
- Chilled shark meat blocks (not frozen)
- Fresh non-fillet shark meat
- Also under 0304.56
- Spiny Dogfish (meat)
- Mako Shark (meat)
- Thresher Shark (meat)
- Porbeagle Shark (meat)
Codes often confused with 0304.56
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs when 0304.56 is used for fillets, which belong under 0304.47. Another error is confusing this code with 0304.96, which is the classification for frozen dogfish and shark meat (excluding fillets). Furthermore, if the meat has been prepared or preserved (e.g., salted, dried, or cooked), it would move to heading 0305 or Chapter 16. Importers must verify the physical state (minced vs. fillet) and the temperature (chilled vs. frozen) before assigning this code.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030456 (the code used for chilled dogfish meat), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030456 (the code used for chilled dogfish meat) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 83% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 72% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 030456, not only chilled dogfish meat.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $362K 83% of world exports
- 2 Greece $34K 7.8% of world exports
- 3 Italy $14K 3.2% of world exports
World total: $434K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $1.2M 72% of world imports
- 2 France $126K 7.7% of world imports
- 3 Cyprus $109K 6.7% of world imports
World total: $1.6M 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 chilled dogfish meat
Brazil classifies chilled dogfish meat under NCM 0304.56.00: HS 0304.56 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chilled dogfish meat
What is the HS code for Chilled dogfish meat?
The HS code for Chilled dogfish meat is 030456 (Fish meat; excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, dogfish and other sharks). The HS code for fresh or chilled dogfish and other shark meat (excluding fillets) is 0304.56.
How do I classify Chilled dogfish meat for customs?
Chilled dogfish meat is classified under HS code 030456 — Fish meat; excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, dogfish and other sharks. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include minced shark meat?
Yes, minced fish meat that is fresh or chilled is specifically included in the "other fish meat" category under 0304.56.
Which countries are the top exporters of chilled dogfish meat (HS 030456)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030456 (the code used for chilled dogfish meat) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($362K, 83% of world exports), Greece ($34K) and Italy ($14K). World exports came to about $434K, 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 chilled dogfish meat (HS 030456)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030456 (the code used for chilled dogfish meat) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($1.2M, 72% of world imports), France ($126K) and Cyprus ($109K). World imports came to about $1.6M, 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.
Is the HS code for Chilled dogfish meat the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030456 for Chilled dogfish meat is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for chilled dogfish meat in Brazil?
In Brazil, chilled dogfish meat (HS 030456) is classified under NCM 0304.56.00.