Product classification
HS code for Live trout: 0301.91
Fish, live, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster).
Classification of live trout under HS 0301.91
Live trout are classified under HS code 0301.91. This code sits within Chapter 3, which covers fish and crustaceans. Heading 0301 is the primary heading for all live fish. The subheading 0301.91 is specifically allocated to various species of trout, including Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss (Rainbow trout), and several others listed in the HS legal notes. Classification is based on GRI 1, as the subheading text explicitly names the genus and species. This code is used for trout intended for various purposes, such as stocking recreational fishing waters, aquaculture broodstock, or live transport for the food market. It is important to distinguish these from other salmonids. The Harmonized System groups these species together because of their similar biological characteristics and trade patterns. Proper use of this code ensures that veterinary and health inspections are correctly applied to the specific species being imported.
- Covers
- Live Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
- Live Brown trout (Salmo trutta)
- Live Brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis)
- Trout fry and fingerlings for fish farming
- Live trout for river and lake restocking programs
- Also under 0301.91
- Troutlodge (USA)
- AquaSearch (Denmark)
- various government fish hatcheries
- private aquaculture farms
Codes often confused with 0301.91
Common mistake. Trout are often misclassified with other salmonids. For instance, Atlantic and Danube salmon are classified under 0301.92, and Pacific salmon fall under 0301.99. Another common error is classifying live trout as ornamental fish under 0301.11 or 0301.19. While some trout might be kept in ponds for aesthetic reasons, they are generally excluded from the "ornamental" category unless they are specific fancy varieties not intended for consumption or stocking. Finally, dead trout (fresh or chilled) must be moved to 0302.11.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030191 (the code used for live trout), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030191 (the code used for live trout) in UN Comtrade data was Denmark, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 33% 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 030191, not only live trout.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Denmark $28M 23% of world exports
- 2 France $27M 22% of world exports
- 3 Spain $21M 17% of world exports
World total: $121M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $40M 33% of world imports
- 2 France $23M 19% of world imports
- 3 Austria $18M 15% of world imports
World total: $121M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 live trout
Brazil splits HS 0301.91 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0301.91.10Live trout for breeding
- 0301.91.90Other live trout
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about live trout
What is the HS code for Live trout?
The HS code for Live trout is 030191 (Fish; live, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster)). The international HS code for live trout is 0301.91.
How do I classify Live trout for customs?
Live trout is classified under HS code 030191 — Fish; live, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include trout eggs?
No, fertile fish eggs for hatching are typically classified under 0511.91 as animal products not elsewhere specified, or sometimes under specific national lines in Chapter 3, but not under the code for live fish.
Which countries are the top exporters of live trout (HS 030191)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030191 (the code used for live trout) in UN Comtrade data were Denmark ($28M, 23% of world exports), France ($27M) and Spain ($21M). World exports came to about $121M, 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 live trout (HS 030191)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030191 (the code used for live trout) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($40M, 33% of world imports), France ($23M) and Austria ($18M). World imports came to about $121M, 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 Live trout the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030191 for Live trout 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 live trout in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 030191 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for live trout depends on the product's details: 0301.91.10 (Live trout for breeding), 0301.91.90 (Other live trout).