HS Code for Chilled salmon
The classification of chilled salmon under HS code 0302.19 is determined by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System. This specific code falls under Chapter 3, which covers fish and crustaceans, molluscs, and other aquatic invertebrates. Heading 0302 specifically addresses fish, fresh or chilled, excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304. Subheading 0302.19 is a residual category for salmonids that are not specifically named in subheadings 0302.11 through 0302.14. To qualify for this code, the product must be maintained at a temperature typically between 0°C and 4°C without being frozen. The fish must be presented whole, or with the head, tail, and guts removed, but not as fillets. If the salmon is Atlantic (Salmo salar) or Pacific (Oncorhynchus spp.), it would typically be classified in the more specific subheadings 0302.11 to 0302.14, making 0302.19 the correct classification for other salmonid species or mixtures not elsewhere specified. Proper documentation of the species and the state of the fish (whole vs. fillet) is essential for correct tariff application.
Products Included
- Whole chilled salmon (non-specified species)
- Gutted chilled salmon (H&G)
- Fresh salmon with head and tail intact
- Chilled salmonids not elsewhere classified
Common Misclassification
This code is frequently confused with 0302.14, which specifically covers Atlantic and Danube salmon. Importers often use 0302.19 as a catch-all, but if the species is Salmo salar, 0302.14 is mandatory. Another common error is using this code for fillets, which must be classified under 0304.41 for fresh/chilled fillets. Additionally, if the salmon is frozen even slightly below the freezing point for preservation, it must move to heading 0303.
FAQ
What is the HS code for chilled salmon?
The HS code for chilled salmon not specifically listed in other subheadings is 0302.19.
What is the difference between 0302.14 and 0302.19?
HS code 0302.14 is reserved specifically for Atlantic and Danube salmon, while 0302.19 covers other species within the Salmonidae family that do not have their own dedicated code.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Chilled salmon?
The HS code for Chilled salmon is 030219 (Fish; fresh or chilled, salmonidae, n.e.c. in item no. 0302.1, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99).
How do I classify Chilled salmon for customs?
Chilled salmon is classified under HS code 030219 — Fish; fresh or chilled, salmonidae, n.e.c. in item no. 0302.1, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Chilled salmon the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030219 for Chilled salmon is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.