Product classification
HS code for Smoked cuttlefish: 0307.49
Molluscs, cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process.
Classification of smoked cuttlefish under HS 0307.49
Smoked cuttlefish is classified under HS code 0307.49. This code falls under Chapter 3 (Fish and Crustaceans) and heading 0307 (Molluscs). Specifically, 0307.49 is a category for cuttlefish and squid that have been dried, salted, in brine, or smoked. The classification is determined by the processing method applied to the cephalopod. Smoking is a traditional preservation technique that also imparts flavor, and the HS system groups smoked molluscs within the same heading as their fresh or frozen counterparts but under a distinct subheading. This code applies to various species of cuttlefish and squid, provided they have not been further prepared. If the product is seasoned, breaded, or part of a ready-made meal, it would transition to Chapter 16. The 0307.49 code is essential for customs authorities to apply the correct tariffs to smoked cephalopods.
- Covers
- Smoked cuttlefish fillets
- Smoked squid tubes
- Dried and smoked cuttlefish strips
- Smoked squid tentacles
- Also under 0307.49
- Calbee Dried Squid
- Golden Dragon Dried Cuttlefish
- Dongwon Smoked Squid
- Spanish Brined Cuttlefish
Codes often confused with 0307.49
Common mistake. One common mistake is using HS code 0307.43, which is specifically for frozen cuttlefish and squid. Even if the smoked cuttlefish is sold in a frozen state, the fact that it has been smoked takes precedence in the classification hierarchy. Another error is misclassifying the product under 1605.54, which is for prepared or preserved cuttlefish and squid. Chapter 16 should only be used if the cuttlefish has undergone preparation beyond simple smoking, such as being canned in oil or marinated in vinegar. Furthermore, traders sometimes confuse cuttlefish with octopus, which is classified under 0307.59 when smoked.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030749 (the code used for smoked cuttlefish), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030749 (the code used for smoked cuttlefish) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, 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 030749, not only smoked cuttlefish.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$172M 49% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $47M 14% of world exports
- 3 United States $29M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $347M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $86M 21% of world imports
- 2 United States $61M 15% of world imports
- 3 China $59M 15% of world imports
World total: $403M 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 smoked cuttlefish
Brazil classifies smoked cuttlefish under NCM 0307.49.00: HS 0307.49 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about smoked cuttlefish
What is the HS code for Smoked cuttlefish?
The HS code for Smoked cuttlefish is 030749 (Molluscs; cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process). The HS code for smoked cuttlefish and squid is 0307.49.
How do I classify Smoked cuttlefish for customs?
Smoked cuttlefish is classified under HS code 030749 — Molluscs; cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can this code be used for smoked squid rings?
Yes, smoked squid or cuttlefish rings are classified under 0307.49, provided they are not breaded, battered, or otherwise prepared as a finished dish.
Which countries are the top exporters of smoked cuttlefish (HS 030749)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030749 (the code used for smoked cuttlefish) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $172M, 49% of world exports), China ($47M) and the United States ($29M). World exports came to about $347M, 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 smoked cuttlefish (HS 030749)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030749 (the code used for smoked cuttlefish) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($86M, 21% of world imports), the United States ($61M) and China ($59M). World imports came to about $403M, 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 cuttlefish the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030749 for Smoked cuttlefish 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 cuttlefish in Brazil?
In Brazil, smoked cuttlefish (HS 030749) is classified under NCM 0307.49.00.