Product classification
HS code for Chilled toothfish fillets: 0304.46
Fish fillets, fresh or chilled, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.).
Classification of chilled toothfish fillets under HS 0304.46
The classification of chilled toothfish fillets is governed by the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI). Specifically, GRI 1 dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Chapter 3 covers fish and crustaceans, molluscs, and other aquatic invertebrates. Within this chapter, heading 0304 is reserved for fish fillets and other fish meat (whether or not minced), fresh, chilled, or frozen. To arrive at the specific code 0304.46, one must distinguish between the state of the product (fresh or chilled versus frozen) and the specific species. The term "fillets" refers to the strips of meat cut parallel to the backbone of the fish, which may consist of the right or left side, provided the head, viscera, fins, and bones have been removed. For the Dissostichus species, commonly known as Patagonian or Antarctic toothfish, the Harmonized System provides a specific subheading under the fresh or chilled category. This level of specificity ensures that trade statistics and customs duties are applied accurately to these high-value species, which are often subject to strict environmental regulations and catch documentation schemes like those managed by CCAMLR. The product must be maintained at a temperature above freezing, typically between 0 and 4 degrees Celsius, to qualify as chilled. Furthermore, the fillets may be presented with or without skin, and they may be scaled or deboned, provided they retain the character of a fillet.
- Covers
- Fresh Patagonian toothfish fillets (Dissostichus eleginoides)
- Chilled Antarctic toothfish fillets (Dissostichus mawsoni)
- Skin-on or skinless fresh toothfish fillets
- Deboned chilled toothfish fillets
- Individually wrapped chilled toothfish fillets for retail
- Also under 0304.46
- Certified Sustainable Chilean Sea Bass Fillets
- MSC-certified Patagonian Toothfish
- Wild Antarctic Toothfish Fillets
Codes often confused with 0304.46
Common mistake. A frequent error involves confusing 0304.46 with 0304.55, which covers toothfish meat that is not in fillet form, such as minced meat or trimmings. Additionally, if the fillets are frozen rather than chilled, they must be classified under 0304.85. Importers also occasionally use 0303.83, but that code is strictly for whole frozen toothfish, not fillets.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030446 (the code used for chilled toothfish fillets), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030446 (the code used for chilled toothfish fillets) in UN Comtrade data was Chile, with 94% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 47% 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 030446, not only chilled toothfish fillets.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Chile $10M 94% of world exports
- 2 Spain $334K 3.0% of world exports
- 3 Slovakia $159K 1.4% of world exports
World total: $11M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $3.7M 47% of world imports
- 2 United States $3.1M 40% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $265K 3.4% of world imports
World total: $7.8M 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 toothfish fillets
Brazil classifies chilled toothfish fillets under NCM 0304.46.00: HS 0304.46 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chilled toothfish fillets
What is the HS code for Chilled toothfish fillets?
The HS code for Chilled toothfish fillets is 030446 (Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.)). The HS code for fresh or chilled toothfish fillets is 0304.46.
How do I classify Chilled toothfish fillets for customs?
Chilled toothfish fillets is classified under HS code 030446 — Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include frozen toothfish fillets?
No, frozen toothfish fillets are classified under HS code 0304.85. The 0304.46 code is strictly for fresh or chilled products.
Which countries are the top exporters of chilled toothfish fillets (HS 030446)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030446 (the code used for chilled toothfish fillets) in UN Comtrade data were Chile ($10M, 94% of world exports), Spain ($334K) and Slovakia ($159K). World exports came to about $11M, 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 toothfish fillets (HS 030446)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030446 (the code used for chilled toothfish fillets) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($3.7M, 47% of world imports), the United States ($3.1M) and Hong Kong ($265K). World imports came to about $7.8M, 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 toothfish fillets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030446 for Chilled toothfish fillets 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 toothfish fillets in Brazil?
In Brazil, chilled toothfish fillets (HS 030446) is classified under NCM 0304.46.00.