Fish; live, Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas (Thunnus thynnus, Thunnus orientalis)

HS v2022 Code: 030194

About fish; live, atlantic and pacific bluefin tunas (thunnus thynnus, thunnus orientalis)

HS code 030194 covers the trade of live Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas, which are highly prized and valuable fish species. Bluefin tunas are an important part of the global seafood industry, with their meat being in high demand for sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese cuisine. The trade of these live fish plays a significant role in the international import/export economy, particularly for countries with access to the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

Production process

Bluefin tunas are typically caught using specialized fishing techniques, such as purse seining, longline fishing, and harpoon fishing. Once caught, the live fish are carefully handled and transported to holding facilities or directly to markets, often using specialized live fish transport vessels. Maintaining the quality and health of the live fish is crucial during the transportation and distribution process.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 030194 Fish; live, Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas (Thunnus thynnus, Thunnus orientalis industry include specialized fishing equipment, such as purse seines, longlines, and harpoons, as well as live fish transport vessels and holding facilities. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce of fishermen, handlers, and logistics professionals to ensure the safe and efficient movement of the live fish from the point of capture to the final destination.

Production outputs

The primary output of the 030194 Fish; live, Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas (Thunnus thynnus, Thunnus orientalis industry is the live bluefin tuna, which is then consumed by various industries, including 160420 Fish, prepared or preserved and 160430 Caviar and caviar substitutes, as well as the broader sushi and sashimi markets.

Revisions to 030194

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 030194. The most recent 1 version of this code (030194) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 030194.

Family tree for fish; live, atlantic and pacific bluefin tunas (thunnus thynnus, thunnus orientalis)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/03'>03: Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0301'>0301: Fish; live</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030194'>030194: Fish; live, Atlantic and Pacific bluefin tunas (Thunnus thynnus, Thunnus orientalis)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030111'>030111: Fish; live, ornamental, freshwater</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030119'>030119: Fish; live, ornamental, other than freshwater</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030191'>030191: Fish; live, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030192'>030192: Fish; live, eels (Anguilla spp.)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030193'>030193: Fish; live, carp (Cyprinus spp., Carassius spp., Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmichthys spp., Cirrhinus spp., Mylopharyngodon piceus, Catla catla, Labeo spp., Osteochilus hasselti, Leptobarbus hoeveni, Megalobrama spp.)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030195'>030195: Fish; live, southern bluefin tunas (Thunnus maccoyii)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030199'>030199: Fish; live, n.e.c. in heading 0301</a>"]

    

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