HS Code for Chilled toothfish

Chilled toothfish, which includes both the Patagonian toothfish and the Antarctic toothfish (Dissostichus spp.), is classified under HS code 030283. This classification is found within Heading 0302, which covers fresh or chilled fish, excluding fillets and other fish meat of Heading 0304. Toothfish is a high-value species often subject to strict international trade regulations, such as those established by the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR). The classification requires the fish to be in a fresh or chilled state, meaning it has been cooled but not frozen. It typically refers to the whole fish or "H&G" (headed and gutted) forms. Because toothfish is often caught in remote sub-Antarctic waters, the distinction between chilled (0302) and frozen (0303) is critical for customs documentation and the verification of Catch Documentation Schemes (CDS). Accurate use of 030283 is essential for tracking the legal trade of this species and ensuring that environmental quotas and sustainability measures are respected.

Products Included

• Fresh whole Patagonian toothfish
• Chilled headed and gutted (H&G) Antarctic toothfish
• Fresh toothfish, cleaned and gilled
• Chilled toothfish carcasses

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification occurs with frozen toothfish, which must be classified under HS code 030383. Additionally, if the toothfish has been processed into fillets, it should be classified under HS code 030449 (fresh/chilled fillets) or 030489 (frozen fillets). Importers must be careful not to use the general "other fish" codes like 030289, as toothfish has its own specific subheading.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Chilled toothfish?

The HS code for fresh or chilled toothfish (Dissostichus spp.) is 030283.

Does this code require a Catch Document?

Yes, most international trade in toothfish under HS code 030283 requires a Dissostichus Catch Document (DCD) to prove the fish was harvested legally.