Product classification
HS code for Frozen octopus: 0307.52
Molluscs, octopus (Octopus spp.), frozen.
Classification of frozen octopus under HS 0307.52
The classification of frozen octopus under HS code 0307.52 is determined by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically GRI 1 and GRI 6. Chapter 3 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule encompasses fish, crustaceans, molluscs, and other aquatic invertebrates. Within this chapter, heading 0307 is dedicated to molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted, or in brine. The specific subheading 0307.52 is reserved for octopus (Octopus spp.) that has been preserved through the freezing process. This classification applies to products that remain in a raw state. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, the freezing process must be sufficient to lower the temperature of the product below its freezing point to ensure long-term preservation. If the octopus has been cooked (e.g., boiled or steamed) prior to freezing, or if it has been prepared or preserved in airtight containers with oil or sauces, it is excluded from Chapter 3 and must be classified under Chapter 16. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the octopus is presented whole, cleaned, or in parts such as tentacles, provided no further processing has occurred. Proper identification of the species is essential for correct tariff application and compliance with international trade regulations.
- Covers
- Whole frozen octopus (Octopus spp.)
- Cleaned frozen octopus (gutted, beak and eyes removed)
- Frozen octopus tentacles
- Frozen baby octopus (raw)
- Frozen octopus pieces (not cooked)
- Also under 0307.52
- Goya Frozen Octopus
- Pescanova Frozen Octopus
- PanaPesca Frozen Octopus
- Ocean Garden Frozen Octopus
Codes often confused with 0307.52
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying frozen octopus under HS code 0307.51, which is strictly for live, fresh, or chilled octopus. Another common mistake is using HS code 1605.55, which covers prepared or preserved octopus. If the product has been boiled before freezing, 1605.55 is the correct code, not 0307.52. Additionally, importers sometimes confuse octopus with other cephalopods like squid (0307.43) or cuttlefish (0307.43), which are distinct species with their own specific subheadings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030752 (the code used for frozen octopus), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030752 (the code used for frozen octopus) in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 32% 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 030752, not only frozen octopus.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Morocco $607M 22% of world exports
- 2 Mauritania* ~$570M 21% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Spain $469M 17% of world exports
World total: $2.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $928M 32% of world imports
- 2 Italy $479M 17% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $373M 13% of world imports
World total: $2.9B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 frozen octopus
Brazil classifies frozen octopus under NCM 0307.52.00: HS 0307.52 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about frozen octopus
What is the HS code for Frozen octopus?
The HS code for Frozen octopus is 030752 (Molluscs; octopus (Octopus spp.), frozen). The primary HS code for frozen octopus is 0307.52, which specifically covers the Octopus spp. genus in a frozen, unprocessed state.
How do I classify Frozen octopus for customs?
Frozen octopus is classified under HS code 030752 — Molluscs; octopus (Octopus spp.), frozen. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include octopus that has been seasoned?
No, if the octopus has been seasoned, marinated, or cooked, it is generally classified under HS code 1605.55 as a prepared mollusc.
Which countries are the top exporters of frozen octopus (HS 030752)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030752 (the code used for frozen octopus) in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($607M, 22% of world exports), Mauritania (about $570M) and Spain ($469M). World exports came to about $2.8B, 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 frozen octopus (HS 030752)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030752 (the code used for frozen octopus) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($928M, 32% of world imports), Italy ($479M) and South Korea ($373M). World imports came to about $2.9B, 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 Frozen octopus the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030752 for Frozen octopus 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 frozen octopus in Brazil?
In Brazil, frozen octopus (HS 030752) is classified under NCM 0307.52.00.