HS Code for Frozen Atlantic salmon

HS code 0303.13 is designated for frozen Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) and Danube salmon (Hucho hucho). This code applies to fish that are frozen whole, headed and gutted (H&G), or in other forms that do not constitute fillets or minced meat. The classification falls under Chapter 3, which covers fish and crustaceans. It is critical to distinguish between Pacific salmon and Atlantic salmon, as the Harmonized System provides different subheadings for each. For instance, Sockeye salmon and other Pacific varieties are found in subheadings 0303.11 and 0303.12. The 0303.13 code is used primarily for the international trade of farmed Atlantic salmon, which is often shipped frozen to processing facilities or wholesale markets. The product must be frozen to a degree that ensures it is preserved in a solid state. If the salmon has been processed into fillets, it is no longer eligible for this code and must be moved to heading 0304. Similarly, if the fish is fresh or chilled, it belongs in heading 0302. Accurate species identification is mandatory, as Salmo salar is the only species permitted under this specific code (alongside the less common Danube salmon). Customs documentation should clearly state the state of the fish (e.g., whole, gutted, or headed) to justify the use of heading 0303 over 0304.

Products Included

• Frozen whole Atlantic salmon
• Frozen gutted Atlantic salmon
• Frozen headed and gutted (H&G) Atlantic salmon
• Frozen Danube salmon

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 0304.81, which covers frozen Atlantic salmon fillets. It is also sometimes mixed up with 0303.11 (Sockeye salmon) or 0303.12 (Other Pacific salmon). Importers must be careful not to use 0302.14, which is for fresh or chilled Atlantic salmon.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Frozen Atlantic salmon?

The HS code for frozen whole or gutted Atlantic salmon is 0303.13.

Does this code include smoked salmon?

No, smoked salmon is classified under HS code 0305.41, regardless of whether it is Atlantic or Pacific salmon.