Product classification
HS code for Dried cod: 0305.51
Fish, dried, whether or not salted but not smoked, other than edible fish offal, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus).
Classification of dried cod under HS 0305.51
Dried cod is classified under HS code 0305.51. This classification is part of Chapter 03, which deals with fish and aquatic invertebrates. Heading 03.05 covers fish that is dried, salted, or in brine, as well as smoked fish. Subheading 0305.51 is specifically reserved for dried cod of the species Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, and Gadus macrocephalus. To qualify for this code, the fish must be dried and must not be smoked. It may be salted during the drying process (often referred to as klipfish) or dried without salt (stockfish). The classification is highly specific to the species; other dried fish species are classified under different subheadings within 03.05. The distinction between dried fish (0305.5x) and salted fish that is not dried (0305.6x) is critical for correct tariff application. The product must not be cooked or prepared in any way that would move it to Chapter 16. This code is vital for the trade of traditional preserved fish products common in North Atlantic and Mediterranean cuisines, ensuring that the specific Gadus species are tracked accurately for conservation and trade purposes.
- Covers
- Stockfish (unsalted dried cod)
- Klipfish (salted and dried cod)
- Dried cod fillets
- Dried cod bits or skins (edible)
- Whole dried cod (headless or with head)
- Also under 0305.51
- Gadus Dried Salted Cod
- Icelandic Stockfish
- Norwegian Bacalao
- Fjordland Dried Cod
- Gomes da Costa Bacalhau
Codes often confused with 0305.51
Common mistake. Dried cod is often confused with HS code 0305.62, which is for cod that is salted but not dried. The moisture content and the preservation method are the deciding factors. It is also sometimes misclassified under 0305.44 if the fish has been smoked, as smoking is a distinct preservation process from simple drying. Furthermore, dried fish offal (like heads or tails) is classified under 0305.72.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030551 (the code used for dried cod), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030551 (the code used for dried cod) in UN Comtrade data was Norway, with 67% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Portugal, with 39% 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 030551, not only dried cod.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Norway $424M 67% of world exports
- 2 Sweden $99M 16% of world exports
- 3 Portugal $34M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $631M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Portugal $291M 39% of world imports
- 2 Sweden $93M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $91M 12% of world imports
World total: $745M 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 dried cod
Brazil classifies dried cod under NCM 0305.51.00: HS 0305.51 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dried cod
What is the HS code for Dried cod?
The HS code for Dried cod is 030551 (Fish; dried, whether or not salted but not smoked, other than edible fish offal, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus)). The HS code for dried cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus) is 0305.51.
How do I classify Dried cod for customs?
Dried cod is classified under HS code 030551 — Fish; dried, whether or not salted but not smoked, other than edible fish offal, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is salted cod the same as dried cod?
If the cod is both salted and dried, it is 0305.51. If it is salted but still wet (not dried), it is classified under 0305.62.
Which countries are the top exporters of dried cod (HS 030551)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030551 (the code used for dried cod) in UN Comtrade data were Norway ($424M, 67% of world exports), Sweden ($99M) and Portugal ($34M). World exports came to about $631M, 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 dried cod (HS 030551)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030551 (the code used for dried cod) in UN Comtrade data were Portugal ($291M, 39% of world imports), Sweden ($93M) and Germany ($91M). World imports came to about $745M, 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 Dried cod the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030551 for Dried cod 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 dried cod in Brazil?
In Brazil, dried cod (HS 030551) is classified under NCM 0305.51.00.