Product classification
HS code for Frozen squid: 0307.43
Molluscs, cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, frozen.
Classification of frozen squid under HS 0307.43
Frozen squid is classified under HS code 0307.43. Chapter 3 of the Harmonized System includes molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted, or in brine. Heading 0307 specifically covers these molluscs. Within this heading, the 0307.4x series is dedicated to cuttle fish and squid. Subheading 0307.43 is the specific designation for these creatures when they are presented in a frozen state. This includes various species of squid such as Loligo, Illex, and Dosidicus. The product can be whole, cleaned, or cut into parts like tubes and tentacles, provided no other ingredients like breading or batter have been added. The classification is strictly for raw, frozen molluscs. Any further processing, such as boiling or frying before freezing, would typically shift the classification to Chapter 16, which covers prepared or preserved aquatic invertebrates. Accurate classification is necessary because squid is often subject to specific trade monitoring and environmental regulations. The distinction between squid and cuttlefish is maintained at the subheading level in some national tariffs, but at the international 6-digit level, they are grouped together under 0307.43 when frozen.
- Covers
- Frozen squid tubes
- Frozen squid rings (unbreaded)
- Whole frozen squid
- Frozen squid tentacles
- Frozen Loligo squid
- Frozen Illex squid
- Also under 0307.43
- Pescanova Frozen Squid Rings
- Trident Seafoods Frozen Calamari
- Goya Frozen Cuttlefish
- Kirkland Signature Frozen Squid
Codes often confused with 0307.43
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS code 1605.54, which covers prepared or preserved squid (such as breaded calamari rings or pre-cooked squid). Another error involves HS code 0307.42, which is for live, fresh, or chilled squid. Importers also occasionally confuse squid with octopus, which is classified under 0307.52 (frozen). It is important to verify the processing level, as even a light blanching can sometimes move the product from Chapter 3 to Chapter 16 depending on the degree of protein coagulation.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030743 (the code used for frozen squid), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030743 (the code used for frozen squid) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% 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 030743, not only frozen squid.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.6B 19% of world exports
- 2 Peru* ~$1.1B 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 India $803M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $8.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $1.7B 21% of world imports
- 2 Spain $1.5B 18% of world imports
- 3 Italy $808M 9.9% of world imports
World total: $8.2B 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 codes for frozen squid
Brazil splits HS 0307.43 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0307.43.10Frozen squid
- 0307.43.20Frozen cuttlefish
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about frozen squid
What is the HS code for Frozen squid?
The HS code for Frozen squid is 030743 (Molluscs; cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, frozen). The HS code for frozen squid is 0307.43.
How do I classify Frozen squid for customs?
Frozen squid is classified under HS code 030743 — Molluscs; cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, frozen. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include breaded calamari?
No, breaded calamari is classified under HS code 1605.54 as a prepared mollusc.
Which countries are the top exporters of frozen squid (HS 030743)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030743 (the code used for frozen squid) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.6B, 19% of world exports), Peru (about $1.1B) and India ($803M). World exports came to about $8.4B, 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 squid (HS 030743)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030743 (the code used for frozen squid) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.7B, 21% of world imports), Spain ($1.5B) and Italy ($808M). World imports came to about $8.2B, 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 squid the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030743 for Frozen squid 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 squid in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 030743 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for frozen squid depends on the product's details: 0307.43.10 (Frozen squid), 0307.43.20 (Frozen cuttlefish).