HS Code for Frozen carp

Frozen carp is classified under HS code 030325. This classification falls under Chapter 3, which encompasses fish and crustaceans, molluscs, and other aquatic invertebrates. Heading 0303 is specifically for fish, frozen, excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304. The subheading 030325 is designated for various species of carp, including Cyprinus carpio, Carassius carassius, Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmichthys spp., Cirrhinus spp., and Mylopharyngodon piceus. For a product to be classified under this code, it must be frozen and presented in a form that is not a fillet or minced meat. This includes whole fish, fish that have been headed and gutted (H&G), or fish with fins removed. The freezing process must be sufficient to preserve the product for long-distance transport, typically requiring the core temperature to be reduced to -18 degrees Celsius or lower. The classification is species-specific, meaning that only the carps listed in the WCO nomenclature for this subheading are permitted. This level of detail in the Harmonized System allows for precise monitoring of fish stocks and international trade volumes for specific freshwater species.

Products Included

• Whole frozen common carp (Cyprinus carpio)
• Frozen gutted grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idellus)
• Frozen headed and gutted silver carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix)
• Frozen bighead carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis)
• Frozen crucian carp (Carassius carassius)
• Frozen mud carp (Cirrhinus molitorella)

Common Misclassification

Commonly confused with HS code 030469, which is used for frozen carp fillets. The distinction lies in the processing: 030325 is for whole or dressed fish, while 030469 is for fillets. It may also be confused with 030273, which is for fresh or chilled carp. If the fish is not one of the specific carp species listed in the WCO nomenclature, it might fall under 030389 (other frozen fish). Furthermore, edible fish offal such as livers and roes are classified under subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, rather than 030325.

FAQ

What is the HS code for frozen carp?

The HS code for frozen carp (whole or dressed) is 030325.

Are frozen carp fillets included in this code?

No, frozen carp fillets are classified under HS code 030469, as heading 0303 specifically excludes fillets.