Fish fillets; frozen, carp (Cyprinus/Carassius/Ctenopharyngodon idellus/Hypophthalmichthys/Cirrhinus/Mylopharyngodon piceus/Catla catla/Labeo/Osteochilus hasselti/Leptobarbus hoeveni/Megalobrama), eels (Anguilla) and snakeheads (Channa)

HS v2017 Code: 030469

About fish fillets; frozen, carp (cyprinus/carassius/ctenopharyngodon idellus/hypophthalmichthys/cirrhinus/mylopharyngodon piceus/catla catla/labeo/osteochilus hasselti/leptobarbus hoeveni/megalobrama), eels (anguilla) and snakeheads (channa)

HS code 030469 covers a diverse range of frozen fish fillets, including those from carp, eels, and snakeheads. These products play a significant role in the global seafood trade, catering to the growing demand for convenient, high-quality protein sources. As a key component of the international food supply chain, this industry contributes to food security and economic development worldwide.

Production process

The production of frozen fish fillets under HS code 030469 typically involves several key steps. First, the fish are caught, either through commercial fishing or aquaculture. The fish are then transported to processing facilities, where they are cleaned, filleted, and trimmed. The fillets are then frozen, often using blast freezing or cryogenic techniques, to preserve their freshness and quality. Finally, the frozen fillets are packaged and prepared for distribution and sale.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of frozen fish fillets under HS code 030469 include the live fish, which can be sourced from various aquatic environments, as well as specialized processing equipment such as filleting machines, freezers, and packaging materials. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, transportation infrastructure, and access to reliable energy and water supplies to ensure efficient and sustainable production.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 030469 is frozen fish fillets, which can be further processed or sold directly to consumers. These fillets may be used as ingredients in a wide range of food products, including 160420 Prepared or preserved fish, 160300 Caviar and caviar substitutes, and 160411 Prepared or preserved salmon, among others. The frozen fish fillets produced under this code also serve as a valuable source of protein and nutrients for both domestic and international markets.

Revisions to 030469

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 030469. The most recent 1 version of this code (030469) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 030469 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for fish fillets; frozen, carp (cyprinus/carassius/ctenopharyngodon idellus/hypophthalmichthys/cirrhinus/mylopharyngodon piceus/catla catla/labeo/osteochilus hasselti/leptobarbus hoeveni/megalobrama), eels (anguilla) and snakeheads (channa)

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/03'>03: Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0304'>0304: Fish fillets and other fish meat (whether or not minced); fresh, chilled or frozen</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030469'>030469: Fish fillets; frozen, carp (Cyprinus/Carassius/Ctenopharyngodon idellus/Hypophthalmichthys/Cirrhinus/Mylopharyngodon piceus/Catla catla/Labeo/Osteochilus hasselti/Leptobarbus hoeveni/Megalobrama), eels (Anguilla) and snakeheads (Channa)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030431'>030431: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, tilapias (Oreochromis spp.)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030432'>030432: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030433'>030433: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, Nile perch (Lates niloticus)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030439'>030439: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, carp (as specified by the WCO), eels (Anguilla spp.), and snakeheads (Channa spp.)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030441'>030441: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, salmon, Pacific (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou and Oncorhynchus rhodurus), Atlantic (Salmo salar), Danube (Hucho hucho)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030442'>030442: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030443'>030443: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, flat fish (Pleuronectidae, Bothidae, Cynoglossidae, Soleidae, Scophthalmidae and Citharidae)</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030444'>030444: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030445'>030445: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, swordfish (Xiphias gladius)</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030446'>030446: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.)</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030447'>030447: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, dogfish and other sharks</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030448'>030448: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, rays and skates (Rajidae)</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030449'>030449: Fish fillets; fresh or chilled, other than fish of heading 0304.4</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030451'>030451: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, tilapias, catfish, carp, eels, Nile perch, and snakeheads</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030452'>030452: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, salmonidae</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030453'>030453: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030454'>030454: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, swordfish (Xiphias gladius)</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030455'>030455: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.)</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030456'>030456: Fish meat; excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, dogfish and other sharks</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030457'>030457: Fish meat; excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, rays and skates (Rajidae)</a>"]
B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030459'>030459: Fish meat; excluding fillets, whether or not minced; fresh or chilled, of fish n.e.c. in item no. 0304.5</a>"]
B --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030461'>030461: Fish fillets; frozen, tilapias (Oreochromis spp.)</a>"]
B --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030462'>030462: Fish fillets; frozen, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.)</a>"]
B --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030463'>030463: Fish fillets; frozen, Nile Perch (Lates niloticus)</a>"]
B --> BB["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030471'>030471: Fish fillets; frozen, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus)</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030472'>030472: Fish fillets; frozen, haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus)</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030473'>030473: Fish fillets; frozen, coalfish (Pollachius virens)</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030474'>030474: Fish fillets; frozen, hake (Merluccius spp., Urophycis spp.)</a>"]
B --> BF["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030475'>030475: Fish fillets; frozen, Alaska pollack (Theragra chalcogramma)</a>"]
B --> BG["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030479'>030479: Fish fillets; frozen, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae and Muraenolepididae other than cod, haddock, coalfish, hake, and Alaska pollack</a>"]
B --> BH["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030481'>030481: Fish fillets; frozen, salmon, Pacific (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, Oncorhynchus kisutch, Oncorhynchus masou, Oncorhynchus rhodurus), Atlantic (Salmo salar), and Danube (Hucho hucho)</a>"]
B --> BI["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030482'>030482: Fish fillets; frozen, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster)</a>"]
B --> BJ["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030483'>030483: Fish fillets; frozen, flat fish (Pleuronectidae, Bothidae, Cynoglossidae, Soleidae, Scophthalmidae and Citharidae)</a>"]
B --> BK["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030484'>030484: Fish fillets; frozen, swordfish (Xiphias gladius)</a>"]
B --> BL["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030485'>030485: Fish fillets; frozen, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.)</a>"]
B --> BM["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030486'>030486: Fish fillets; frozen, herrings (Clupea harengus, Clupea pallasii)</a>"]
B --> BN["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030487'>030487: Fish fillets; frozen, tunas (of the genus Thunnus), skipjack or stripe-bellied bonito (Euthynnus (Katsuwonus) pelamis)</a>"]
B --> BO["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030488'>030488: Fish fillets; frozen, dogfish, other sharks, rays and skates (Rajidae)</a>"]
B --> BP["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030489'>030489: Fish fillets; frozen, of fish n.e.c. in heading 0304.8</a>"]
B --> BQ["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030491'>030491: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, swordfish (Xiphias gladius)</a>"]
B --> BR["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030492'>030492: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, toothfish (Dissostichus spp.)</a>"]
B --> BS["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030493'>030493: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, tilapias, catfish, carp, eels, Nile perch, and snakeheads</a>"]
B --> BT["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030494'>030494: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, Alaska Pollack (Theragra chalcogramma)</a>"]
B --> BU["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030495'>030495: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae and Muraenolepididae, other than Alaska Pollack (Theragra chalcogramma)</a>"]
B --> BV["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030496'>030496: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, dogfish and other sharks</a>"]
B --> BW["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030497'>030497: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, rays and skates (Rajidae)</a>"]
B --> BX["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/030499'>030499: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced; frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9</a>"]

    

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