HS Code for Fresh Atlantic salmon

Fresh Atlantic salmon is classified under HS code 0302.14. This code falls under Chapter 3 of the Harmonized System, which deals with fish and aquatic invertebrates. Heading 0302 is designated for fresh or chilled fish, excluding fillets. Subheading 0302.14 specifically covers Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) and Danube salmon (Hucho hucho). The classification is determined by the species and the preservation method. To be classified here, the salmon must be fresh or chilled (maintained at a temperature near freezing but not actually frozen) and must be in a whole, gutted, or headed form. This specific code allows for the differentiation of Atlantic salmon from Pacific salmon varieties, which are classified elsewhere, reflecting the importance of species-specific data in global seafood trade.

Products Included

• Whole fresh Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar)
• Chilled Atlantic salmon, gutted and gilled
• Fresh Danube salmon (Hucho hucho)
• Chilled Atlantic salmon, head-on or head-off

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification is HS code 0302.13, which is reserved for Pacific salmon. Importers must verify the species, as Salmo salar (Atlantic) and Oncorhynchus (Pacific) have distinct codes. Another frequent error is using 0303.13, which is for frozen Atlantic salmon; the transition from chilled to frozen changes the 4-digit heading from 0302 to 0303. Furthermore, if the salmon has been filleted, it must be classified under 0304.41 (fresh fillets) rather than 0302.14. Misidentifying trout as salmon can also lead to the incorrect use of 0302.11.

FAQ

What is the HS code for fresh Atlantic salmon?

The HS code for fresh or chilled Atlantic salmon (whole or gutted) is 0302.14.

How is Atlantic salmon distinguished from Pacific salmon in the HS system?

Atlantic salmon is classified under 0302.14, while various species of Pacific salmon (such as Sockeye or Chinook) are classified under 0302.13.