Product classification
HS code for Preserved salmon: 1604.11
Fish preparations, salmon, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced).
Classification of preserved salmon under HS 1604.11
Preserved salmon is classified under HS code 1604.11. This code is part of Chapter 16, which covers preparations of meat, fish, crustaceans, mollusks, or other aquatic invertebrates. Heading 1604 specifically addresses fish that has been prepared or preserved. For a product to fall under 1604.11, the salmon must be prepared or preserved whole or in pieces, but not minced. This classification includes salmon that has been cooked, canned, or preserved in oil, brine, or vinegar. The essential factor for classification in Chapter 16 rather than Chapter 3 is the degree of processing; products in 1604 have generally undergone preparation beyond simple freezing, drying, or salting, such as heat treatment or airtight packaging for long-term shelf stability.
- Covers
- Canned pink, sockeye, or coho salmon
- Salmon fillets preserved in olive oil
- Vacuum-sealed cooked salmon portions
- Salmon in brine or tomato sauce
- Salmon pâté (if not minced or homogenized)
- Pickled salmon pieces
- Also under 1604.11
- Bumble Bee Canned Salmon
- Chicken of the Sea Canned Salmon
- Ducktrap River Smoked Salmon
- Fjordland Smoked Salmon
- Trader Joe's Smoked Salmon
Codes often confused with 1604.11
Common mistake. A frequent point of confusion occurs between HS code 1604.11 and codes in Chapter 3, such as 0302 (fresh salmon), 0303 (frozen salmon), or 0305 (dried, salted, or smoked salmon). If salmon is merely smoked but not otherwise prepared, it remains in 0305. However, if smoked salmon is further prepared (e.g., canned in oil), it moves to 1604.11. Another misclassification is 1604.20, which is used for minced fish or fish sausages. If the salmon is ground or finely chopped into a paste, it must be classified under 1604.20 rather than 1604.11.
Top exporters and importers of HS 160411 (the code used for preserved salmon), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 160411 (the code used for preserved salmon) in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 26% 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 160411, not only preserved salmon.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Poland $225M 22% of world exports
- 2 Lithuania $134M 13% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $103M 10% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $267M 26% of world imports
- 2 United States $153M 15% of world imports
- 3 Japan $108M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 code for preserved salmon
Brazil classifies preserved salmon under NCM 1604.11.00: HS 1604.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about preserved salmon
What is the HS code for Preserved salmon?
The HS code for Preserved salmon is 160411 (Fish preparations; salmon, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced)). The HS code for salmon prepared or preserved whole or in pieces is 1604.11.
How do I classify Preserved salmon for customs?
Preserved salmon is classified under HS code 160411 — Fish preparations; salmon, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does canned salmon fall under this code?
Yes, canned salmon is the most common product classified under HS code 1604.11, provided it is in pieces and not minced.
Which countries are the top exporters of preserved salmon (HS 160411)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 160411 (the code used for preserved salmon) in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($225M, 22% of world exports), Lithuania ($134M) and Thailand ($103M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 preserved salmon (HS 160411)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 160411 (the code used for preserved salmon) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($267M, 26% of world imports), the United States ($153M) and Japan ($108M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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 Preserved salmon the same in all countries?
The base HS code 160411 for Preserved salmon 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 preserved salmon in Brazil?
In Brazil, preserved salmon (HS 160411) is classified under NCM 1604.11.00.