Product classification
HS code for Fresh toothfish fillets: 0304.46
Fish fillets, fresh or chilled, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.).
Classification of fresh toothfish fillets under HS 0304.46
Fresh toothfish fillets are classified under HS code 0304.46 according to the Harmonized System's hierarchical structure for fish and crustaceans. This specific code is situated within Chapter 3, which covers fish and crustaceans, molluscs, and other aquatic invertebrates. Heading 0304 is dedicated to fish fillets and other fish meat, whether or not minced, but specifically excludes whole fish or fish that has only been headed or gutted. The subheading 0304.46 is reserved for fresh or chilled fillets of the genus Dissostichus, which includes both Patagonian and Antarctic toothfish. Classification is determined by the state of the product (fresh or chilled, not frozen) and the specific cut (fillets). A fillet is defined as the strips of meat cut parallel to the backbone of the fish, representing the fleshy portion. Under General Rule of Interpretation (GRI) 1, classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since the product is a fillet and is fresh/chilled, it must fall under the 0304.4x series, and the species-specific note for toothfish directs it to 0304.46.
- Covers
- Fresh Patagonian toothfish fillets (Dissostichus eleginoides)
- Chilled Antarctic toothfish fillets (Dissostichus mawsoni)
- Skin-on fresh toothfish fillets
- Skinless and boneless chilled toothfish fillets
- Fresh toothfish portions cut from fillets
- Also under 0304.46
- Certified Sustainable Chilean Sea Bass Fillets
- MSC-certified Patagonian Toothfish
- Wild Antarctic Toothfish Fillets
Codes often confused with 0304.46
Common mistake. A frequent error in classification involves confusing 0304.46 with 0304.55. While both cover fresh or chilled toothfish, 0304.55 is reserved for fish meat that is not in fillet form, such as minced meat or trimmings. Another common mistake is using 0304.85, which is the correct code for toothfish fillets that have been frozen. Importers must also distinguish this from 0302.83, which applies to whole fresh toothfish (or headed/gutted) rather than fillets. Misclassifying fresh fillets as frozen or vice versa can lead to significant customs delays and potential fines due to different regulatory requirements for cold chain management.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030446 (the code used for fresh toothfish fillets), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030446 (the code used for fresh toothfish fillets) in UN Comtrade data was Chile, with 94% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 47% 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 030446, not only fresh toothfish fillets.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Chile $10M 94% of world exports
- 2 Spain $334K 3.0% of world exports
- 3 Slovakia $159K 1.4% of world exports
World total: $11M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $3.7M 47% of world imports
- 2 United States $3.1M 40% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $265K 3.4% of world imports
World total: $7.8M 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 fresh toothfish fillets
Brazil classifies fresh toothfish fillets under NCM 0304.46.00: HS 0304.46 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fresh toothfish fillets
What is the HS code for Fresh toothfish fillets?
The HS code for Fresh toothfish fillets is 030446 (Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.)). The HS code for fresh or chilled toothfish fillets is 0304.46.
How do I classify Fresh toothfish fillets for customs?
Fresh toothfish fillets is classified under HS code 030446 — Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include frozen toothfish fillets?
No, frozen toothfish fillets are classified under HS code 0304.85. The 0304.46 code is strictly for fresh or chilled products that have not been frozen.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh toothfish fillets (HS 030446)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030446 (the code used for fresh toothfish fillets) in UN Comtrade data were Chile ($10M, 94% of world exports), Spain ($334K) and Slovakia ($159K). World exports came to about $11M, 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 fresh toothfish fillets (HS 030446)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030446 (the code used for fresh toothfish fillets) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($3.7M, 47% of world imports), the United States ($3.1M) and Hong Kong ($265K). World imports came to about $7.8M, 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 Fresh toothfish fillets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030446 for Fresh toothfish fillets 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 fresh toothfish fillets in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh toothfish fillets (HS 030446) is classified under NCM 0304.46.00.