Product classification
HS code for Dried octopus: 0307.59
Molluscs, octopus (Octopus spp.), dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process.
Classification of dried octopus under HS 0307.59
The classification of dried octopus falls under HS code 030759. This code is part of Chapter 03, which covers aquatic animals. Heading 0307 is dedicated to molluscs, and the 03075x series specifically targets octopus (Octopus spp.). Subheading 030759 is the residual category for octopus that is not live, fresh, or chilled (which fall under 030751) or frozen (030752). It specifically covers octopus that has been dried, salted, or in brine. Similar to other molluscs in this chapter, smoked octopus is also included here, even if cooked during the smoking process. The primary factor for classification is the preservation method. Drying is a traditional method that does not involve the complex culinary preparations found in Chapter 16. Importers must ensure that the octopus has not been seasoned, breaded, or cooked in a way that exceeds the smoking process, as such additions would likely reclassify the product under heading 1605. The distinction between Chapter 03 and Chapter 16 is often based on whether the product is "prepared" beyond the simple methods of drying or salting.
- Covers
- Dried whole octopus
- Dried octopus tentacles
- Salted octopus
- Smoked octopus (not in oil)
- Octopus preserved in brine
- Also under 0307.59
- Dried Octopus Snacks (various Asian brands)
- Conservas Ortiz Octopus in Brine
- Smoked Octopus (specialty delis)
- Dried Octopus from Korea
Codes often confused with 0307.59
Common mistake. Octopus is frequently misclassified under 1605.55 if it has been further prepared, such as being seasoned for snacks or canned in a sauce. Another common error is confusing dried octopus with frozen octopus (030752). If the product is simply chilled but not dried, it should be under 030751. It is vital to check if any additives like sugar or flavor enhancers have been used, as this may push the product into Chapter 16.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030759 (the code used for dried octopus), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030759 (the code used for dried octopus) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 29% 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 030759, not only dried octopus.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $21M 37% of world exports
- 2 Senegal $7.1M 12% of world exports
- 3 Kenya $5.7M 9.9% of world exports
World total: $57M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $25M 29% of world imports
- 2 United States $16M 19% of world imports
- 3 Cyprus $6.6M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $85M 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 octopus
Brazil classifies dried octopus under NCM 0307.59.00: HS 0307.59 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dried octopus
What is the HS code for Dried octopus?
The HS code for Dried octopus is 030759 (Molluscs; octopus (Octopus spp.), dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process). The HS code for dried, salted, or smoked octopus is 030759.
How do I classify Dried octopus for customs?
Dried octopus is classified under HS code 030759 — Molluscs; octopus (Octopus spp.), dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include seasoned octopus snacks?
Generally, no. Seasoned or highly processed octopus snacks are usually classified under 1605.55 as prepared molluscs.
Which countries are the top exporters of dried octopus (HS 030759)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030759 (the code used for dried octopus) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($21M, 37% of world exports), Senegal ($7.1M) and Kenya ($5.7M). World exports came to about $57M, 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 octopus (HS 030759)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030759 (the code used for dried octopus) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($25M, 29% of world imports), the United States ($16M) and Cyprus ($6.6M). World imports came to about $85M, 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 octopus the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030759 for Dried octopus 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 octopus in Brazil?
In Brazil, dried octopus (HS 030759) is classified under NCM 0307.59.00.