HS Code for Dried whitefish
Dried whitefish, specifically from the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae, is classified under HS code 0305.53. This code is part of Chapter 3, which covers fish and aquatic invertebrates. Heading 0305 is dedicated to fish that is dried, salted, or in brine. Subheading 0305.53 is reserved for dried fish that is not smoked and does not consist of fillets or offal. This category includes popular whitefish species like hake, pollock, and haddock. A key distinction in this classification is the exclusion of cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus), which is classified under 0305.51. The fish must be dried to a point where it is preserved for transport and storage. The classification process requires identifying the biological family of the fish; for instance, members of the Gadidae family are specifically mentioned. If the fish were salted but not dried, or if it were smoked, it would fall under different subheadings within 0305. This code allows for the monitoring of specific whitefish stocks in international trade and ensures that non-cod species are correctly identified.
Products Included
- Dried pollock (family Gadidae)
- Dried hake (family Merlucciidae)
- Dried haddock (family Gadidae)
- Dried whiting (family Gadidae)
- Dried blue whiting
Common Misclassification
The most common misclassification for dried whitefish is 0305.51, which is exclusively for dried cod. While cod is a whitefish and a member of the Gadidae family, the HS system provides a specific, higher-priority code for it. Another error is using 0305.59, which is the "other" category for dried fish. 0305.59 should only be used if the fish does not belong to the specific families listed under 0305.53 or 0305.54. Additionally, if the whitefish is dried as fillets, it must be moved to 0305.32 or 0305.39.
FAQ
What is the HS code for dried whitefish like pollock?
Dried pollock is classified under HS code 0305.53 as it belongs to the Gadidae family.
Is dried cod included in HS code 0305.53?
No, dried cod is specifically classified under HS code 0305.51 and is excluded from 0305.53.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Dried whitefish?
The HS code for Dried whitefish is 030553 (Fish; dried, whether or not salted but not smoked, fish of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae and Muraenolepididae, other than cod).
How do I classify Dried whitefish for customs?
Dried whitefish is classified under HS code 030553 — Fish; dried, whether or not salted but not smoked, fish of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae and Muraenolepididae, other than cod. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Dried whitefish the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030553 for Dried whitefish is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.