Product classification
HS code for Smoked Norway lobster: 0306.94
Crustaceans, Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking.
Classification of smoked Norway lobster under HS 0306.94
Smoked Norway lobster is classified under HS code 0306.94. This classification is part of Chapter 3, which encompasses fish and crustaceans. The code is specific to the species Nephrops norvegicus, commonly known as the Norway lobster, Dublin Bay prawn, or langoustine. The 0306.9x series was specifically designed to include crustaceans that have been smoked, whether they are whole, in shell, or shelled. A critical aspect of this classification is that the smoking process can be accompanied by cooking, but the product must not be further prepared. This ensures that the item remains within the scope of Chapter 3 rather than moving to the more processed categories of Chapter 16. The classification applies to both wild-caught and farmed Nephrops norvegicus that have undergone traditional or industrial smoking processes.
- Covers
- Smoked whole Norway lobsters
- Smoked Norway lobster tails, in shell
- Shelled and smoked Norway lobster meat
- Cooked and smoked langoustines
- Frozen smoked Norway lobsters
- Also under 0306.94
- Scottish Langoustine (smoked)
- Irish Scampi (smoked)
- Danish Norway Lobster (smoked)
- Faroese Langoustine (smoked)
Codes often confused with 0306.94
Common mistake. Smoked Norway lobster is often misclassified under HS code 0306.15, which is reserved for frozen Norway lobsters that have not been smoked. Another frequent error is the use of HS code 1605.40, which covers prepared or preserved Norway lobster. If the lobster is preserved in a way that goes beyond smoking (such as being canned, vacuum-packed with sauces, or prepared as a meal), it must be moved to Chapter 16. Additionally, it should not be confused with 0306.91 (rock lobsters) or 0306.93 (crabs), as the species identification is paramount for 0306.94.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030694 (the code used for smoked Norway lobster), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030694 (the code used for smoked Norway lobster) in UN Comtrade data was Ireland, with 87% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 56% 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 030694, not only smoked Norway lobster.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Ireland $7.7M 87% of world exports
- 2 France $480K 5.4% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $289K 3.2% of world exports
World total: $8.9M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $4.7M 56% of world imports
- 2 Spain $1.8M 22% of world imports
- 3 France $874K 10% of world imports
World total: $8.4M 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 smoked Norway lobster
Brazil classifies smoked Norway lobster under NCM 0306.94.00: HS 0306.94 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about smoked Norway lobster
What is the HS code for Smoked Norway lobster?
The HS code for Smoked Norway lobster is 030694 (Crustaceans; Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking). The correct HS code is 0306.94, which specifically covers the species Nephrops norvegicus that has been smoked.
How do I classify Smoked Norway lobster for customs?
Smoked Norway lobster is classified under HS code 030694 — Crustaceans; Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does 0306.94 include frozen products?
Yes, as long as the Norway lobster has been smoked, it remains under 0306.94 even if it is subsequently frozen for transport and preservation.
Which countries are the top exporters of smoked Norway lobster (HS 030694)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030694 (the code used for smoked Norway lobster) in UN Comtrade data were Ireland ($7.7M, 87% of world exports), France ($480K) and the Netherlands ($289K). World exports came to about $8.9M, 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 Norway lobster (HS 030694)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030694 (the code used for smoked Norway lobster) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($4.7M, 56% of world imports), Spain ($1.8M) and France ($874K). World imports came to about $8.4M, 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 Norway lobster the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030694 for Smoked Norway lobster 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 Norway lobster in Brazil?
In Brazil, smoked Norway lobster (HS 030694) is classified under NCM 0306.94.00.