Product classification
HS code for Smoked oysters: 0307.19
Molluscs, oysters, whether in shell or not, dried, salted or in brine, smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process.
Classification of smoked oysters under HS 0307.19
Smoked oysters are classified under HS code 0307.19. This classification is part of heading 0307, which covers molluscs, and specifically the 0307.1x subheadings dedicated to oysters. Subheading 0307.19 is used for oysters that are dried, salted, in brine, or smoked. These oysters can be presented in the shell or shucked (without the shell). The smoking process is a traditional method of preservation that is explicitly recognized in the heading text. A key regulatory aspect of this classification is that the oysters may be cooked before or during the smoking process. This is an exception to the general rule that cooked seafood is classified in Chapter 16. However, the boundary between Chapter 3 and Chapter 16 is very narrow. If the smoked oysters are packed in oil, which is a common commercial presentation, they are generally considered "prepared or preserved" and would move to HS code 1605.51. To remain in 0307.19, the oysters must only be smoked, salted, or in brine. Importers must be careful to check the packing medium and the extent of processing to ensure the correct code is applied, as misclassification can lead to significant differences in duty rates and regulatory requirements from food safety authorities.
- Covers
- Smoked Pacific oysters
- Smoked European flat oysters
- Smoked rock oysters
- Smoked shucked oysters
- Smoked oysters in brine
- Also under 0307.19
- Bumble Bee Smoked Oysters
- Crown Prince Smoked Oysters
- Roland Smoked Oysters
- Geisha Smoked Oysters.
Codes often confused with 0307.19
Common mistake. The most frequent error is classifying smoked oysters under 1605.51. This code is for prepared or preserved oysters, such as those found in cans with oil or marinades. Another common mistake is using 0307.11, which is reserved for live, fresh, or chilled oysters that have not undergone the smoking process.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030719 (the code used for smoked oysters), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030719 (the code used for smoked oysters) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 87% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, 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 030719, not only smoked oysters.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $54M 87% of world exports
- 2 France $1.5M 2.4% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $1.3M 2.0% of world exports
World total: $62M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Hong Kong $5.7M 33% of world imports
- 2 United States $1.7M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $1.7M 9.5% of world imports
World total: $18M 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 oysters
Brazil classifies smoked oysters under NCM 0307.19.00: HS 0307.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about smoked oysters
What is the HS code for Smoked oysters?
The HS code for Smoked oysters is 030719 (Molluscs; oysters, whether in shell or not, dried, salted or in brine, smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process). The HS code for smoked oysters is 0307.19, covering oysters that are smoked, dried, or salted.
How do I classify Smoked oysters for customs?
Smoked oysters is classified under HS code 030719 — Molluscs; oysters, whether in shell or not, dried, salted or in brine, smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between 0307.19 and 1605.51?
0307.19 is for simply smoked oysters, while 1605.51 is for oysters that are prepared or preserved, such as those canned in oil or sauces.
Which countries are the top exporters of smoked oysters (HS 030719)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030719 (the code used for smoked oysters) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($54M, 87% of world exports), France ($1.5M) and Hong Kong ($1.3M). World exports came to about $62M, 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 oysters (HS 030719)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030719 (the code used for smoked oysters) in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($5.7M, 33% of world imports), the United States ($1.7M) and Malaysia ($1.7M). World imports came to about $18M, 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 oysters the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030719 for Smoked oysters 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 oysters in Brazil?
In Brazil, smoked oysters (HS 030719) is classified under NCM 0307.19.00.