Product classification
HS code for Smoked crustaceans: 0306.99
Crustaceans, smoked, whole, cooked or not, n.e.c. in item no. 0306.9, in shell or not.
Classification of smoked crustaceans under HS 0306.99
HS code 0306.99 is a residual or "basket" category used for smoked crustaceans that are not specifically named in other subheadings of the 0306.9 series. This classification is part of Chapter 3 and ensures that all smoked crustacean species have a designated place in the Harmonized System. It applies to products that have been smoked, whether they are in shell or not, and whether they were cooked before or during the smoking process. This code is used for species that do not have their own dedicated codes, such as certain types of crayfish, krill, or mantis shrimp. The classification follows the principle that smoked seafood remains in Chapter 3 unless it has been prepared or preserved in a manner that qualifies it for Chapter 16, such as being put up in airtight containers for long-term shelf stability.
- Covers
- Smoked crayfish (freshwater)
- Smoked krill
- Smoked mantis shrimp
- Smoked barnacles
- Any other smoked crustacean not covered by 0306.91 through 0306.95
- Also under 0306.99
- Louisiana Crawfish (smoked)
- Florida Slipper Lobster (smoked)
- Asian Mantis Shrimp (smoked)
- Antarctic Krill (smoked)
Codes often confused with 0306.99
Common mistake. The most common misclassification involves using specific codes like 0306.95 (smoked shrimps and prawns) or 0306.93 (smoked crabs) for species that do not belong to those groups. Another error is classifying these products under 0306.19, which is for frozen crustaceans that have not been smoked. Furthermore, if the smoked crustaceans are part of a prepared dish or are preserved in vinegar or oil, they should be classified under HS code 1605.59 or other relevant subheadings in Chapter 16. Accurate species identification is required to ensure 0306.99 is the correct residual choice.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030699 (the code used for smoked crustaceans), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030699 (the code used for smoked crustaceans) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 30% of world imports. Venezuela did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($990K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 030699, not only smoked crustaceans.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $1.6M 22% of world exports
- 2 Ireland $1.1M 15% of world exports
- 3 Sweden $593K 8.2% of world exports
Venezuela did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($990K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $7.2M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $6.7M 30% of world imports
- 2 France $3.5M 16% of world imports
- 3 Germany $2.5M 11% of world imports
World total: $23M 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 smoked crustaceans
Brazil splits HS 0306.99 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0306.99.10Cooked, dried, salted or smoked crayfish
- 0306.99.90Other cooked, dried, salted or smoked crustaceans
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about smoked crustaceans
What is the HS code for Smoked crustaceans?
The HS code for Smoked crustaceans is 030699 (Crustaceans; smoked, whole, cooked or not, n.e.c. in item no. 0306.9, in shell or not). The HS code 0306.99 is used for smoked crustaceans that are not elsewhere specified (n.e.c.) in the more specific subheadings of 0306.9.
How do I classify Smoked crustaceans for customs?
Smoked crustaceans is classified under HS code 030699 — Crustaceans; smoked, whole, cooked or not, n.e.c. in item no. 0306.9, in shell or not. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
When should I use 0306.99 instead of 0306.95?
You should use 0306.99 only if the crustacean is not a shrimp or prawn. If the product is a smoked shrimp, it must be classified under 0306.95.
Which countries are the top exporters of smoked crustaceans (HS 030699)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030699 (the code used for smoked crustaceans) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($1.6M, 22% of world exports), Ireland ($1.1M) and Sweden ($593K). World exports came to about $7.2M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Venezuela did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($990K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of smoked crustaceans (HS 030699)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030699 (the code used for smoked crustaceans) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($6.7M, 30% of world imports), France ($3.5M) and Germany ($2.5M). World imports came to about $23M, 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 Smoked crustaceans the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030699 for Smoked crustaceans 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 smoked crustaceans in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 030699 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for smoked crustaceans depends on the product's details: 0306.99.10 (Cooked, dried, salted or smoked crayfish), 0306.99.90 (Other cooked, dried, salted or smoked crustaceans).