Product classification
HS code for Dried cuttlefish: 0307.49
Molluscs, cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process.
Classification of dried cuttlefish under HS 0307.49
Dried cuttlefish is classified under HS code 0307.49. This classification is part of the broader category for molluscs in Chapter 3. Heading 0307 covers molluscs, and the 0307.4x series specifically addresses cuttlefish and squid. Subheading 0307.49 is the "other" category for these species, which includes those that are dried, salted, in brine, or smoked. The classification is based on the biological identification of the specimen as a member of the Sepiidae or Loliginidae families and the preservation state. Unlike finfish, molluscs that are smoked or cooked during the smoking process remain in Chapter 3 under this specific subheading. The product may be whole, in pieces, or shredded, provided the only preservation methods used are those listed in the heading description.
- Covers
- Dried shredded cuttlefish
- Salted whole cuttlefish
- Smoked squid rings (unbreaded)
- Brine-preserved cuttlefish
- Dried Sepia officinalis
- Also under 0307.49
- Calbee Dried Squid
- Golden Dragon Dried Cuttlefish
- Dongwon Smoked Squid
- Spanish Brined Cuttlefish
Codes often confused with 0307.49
Common mistake. Dried cuttlefish is frequently confused with 0307.43, which is the code for frozen cuttlefish and squid. Another common misclassification is 1605.54, which covers prepared or preserved cuttlefish. If the cuttlefish is seasoned, roasted, or prepared as a ready-to-eat snack with additives beyond salt, it may be classified under 1605 depending on the extent of the processing and local customs rulings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030749 (the code used for dried cuttlefish), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030749 (the code used for dried cuttlefish) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 21% 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 030749, not only dried cuttlefish.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$172M 49% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $47M 14% of world exports
- 3 United States $29M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $347M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $86M 21% of world imports
- 2 United States $61M 15% of world imports
- 3 China $59M 15% of world imports
World total: $403M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 cuttlefish
Brazil classifies dried cuttlefish under NCM 0307.49.00: HS 0307.49 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dried cuttlefish
What is the HS code for Dried cuttlefish?
The HS code for Dried cuttlefish is 030749 (Molluscs; cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process). The HS code for dried cuttlefish is 0307.49.
How do I classify Dried cuttlefish for customs?
Dried cuttlefish is classified under HS code 030749 — Molluscs; cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is dried squid classified under the same code?
Yes, HS code 0307.49 covers both cuttlefish and squid that are dried, salted, in brine, or smoked.
Which countries are the top exporters of dried cuttlefish (HS 030749)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030749 (the code used for dried cuttlefish) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $172M, 49% of world exports), China ($47M) and the United States ($29M). World exports came to about $347M, 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 cuttlefish (HS 030749)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030749 (the code used for dried cuttlefish) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($86M, 21% of world imports), the United States ($61M) and China ($59M). World imports came to about $403M, 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 cuttlefish the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030749 for Dried cuttlefish 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 cuttlefish in Brazil?
In Brazil, dried cuttlefish (HS 030749) is classified under NCM 0307.49.00.