Product classification
HS code for Frozen seabass: 0303.84
Fish, frozen, seabass (Dicentrarchus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.
Classification of frozen seabass under HS 0303.84
Frozen seabass is classified under HS code 0303.84. This code is part of the broader heading 0303, which covers fish that are frozen, excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304. The subheading 0303.84 specifically identifies seabass of the genus Dicentrarchus, most notably the European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax). Classification under this code is appropriate for whole fish, or fish that have been headed, gutted, or had fins removed, provided they remain in their frozen state and have not been sliced into fillets. The distinction is based on the level of processing and the specific genus. If the seabass were fresh or chilled, it would fall under 0302.84. If it were processed into fillets, it would move to 0304.89. Importers must ensure the species is correctly identified as Dicentrarchus to utilize this specific code, as other species often referred to as "seabass" (like Chilean Seabass or Patagonian Toothfish) fall under different subheadings such as 0303.83. The product must be maintained at a temperature that ensures it remains frozen throughout the supply chain to maintain this classification.
- Covers
- Frozen whole European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax)
- Frozen gutted and headed seabass
- Frozen Dicentrarchus punctatus (Spotted seabass)
- Frozen seabass with fins removed
- Also under 0303.84
- Frozen Whole European Seabass
- Frozen Gutted Branzino
- Frozen Dicentrarchus labrax
- Frozen Mediterranean Seabass
- Frozen Turkish Seabass
Codes often confused with 0303.84
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with 0304.89, which is for frozen fish fillets. Additionally, Chilean Seabass (Dissostichus spp.) is often incorrectly placed here but belongs under 0303.83. Fresh or chilled seabass must be classified under 0302.84 rather than 0303.84.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030384 (the code used for frozen seabass), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030384 (the code used for frozen seabass) in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 22% 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 030384, not only frozen seabass.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Türkiye $29M 37% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $14M 18% of world exports
- 3 Malaysia $11M 14% of world exports
World total: $78M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $20M 22% of world imports
- 2 Russia* ~$9.7M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $9.1M 10.0% of world imports
World total: $91M 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 seabass
Brazil classifies frozen seabass under NCM 0303.84.00: HS 0303.84 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about frozen seabass
What is the HS code for Frozen seabass?
The HS code for Frozen seabass is 030384 (Fish; frozen, seabass (Dicentrarchus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99). The HS code for frozen seabass (Dicentrarchus spp.) is 0303.84.
How do I classify Frozen seabass for customs?
Frozen seabass is classified under HS code 030384 — Fish; frozen, seabass (Dicentrarchus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is Barramundi classified under this code?
No, Barramundi (Lates calcifer) is generally classified under 0303.89 or 0303.23 depending on the specific trade agreement and regional nomenclature.
Which countries are the top exporters of frozen seabass (HS 030384)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030384 (the code used for frozen seabass) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($29M, 37% of world exports), the Netherlands ($14M) and Malaysia ($11M). World exports came to about $78M, 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 seabass (HS 030384)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030384 (the code used for frozen seabass) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($20M, 22% of world imports), Russia (about $9.7M) and the United States ($9.1M). World imports came to about $91M, 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 seabass the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030384 for Frozen seabass 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 seabass in Brazil?
In Brazil, frozen seabass (HS 030384) is classified under NCM 0303.84.00.