Chapter 03 covers fish, crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, including live, fresh or chilled, frozen, dried, salted, smoked and other preservation methods. This chapter is a core chapter in international trade of aquatic products, involving the entire chain of fishing, aquaculture and processing, with complex customs supervision conditions, often requiring endangered species certificates, inspection and quarantine permits, etc. Heading 0301 specifically covers live fish, including ornamental fish, live fish for human consumption and other live fish. This heading emphasizes that the goods must be in a live state, regardless of whether their subsequent use is for consumption, aquaculture or ornamental purposes. Live fish classified under this heading must retain their living characteristics, and special methods such as oxygenation and temperature control are usually adopted during transport. The first 2 digits 03 represent Chapter 3 "Fish, crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates"; digits 3-4, 01, represent the heading "Live fish"; digits 5-6, 95, represent the subheading "Southern bluefin tuna", specifically referring to live Southern bluefin tuna (Thunnus maccoyii). This subheading was listed separately during the 2017 HS revision to strengthen trade regulation of endangered species. The commodity is live Southern bluefin tuna, which meets the definition of 0301 "Live fish", and the species is Southern bluefin tuna, so it is classified under 030195. It is not classified under 0302 (fresh or chilled fish) or 0303 (frozen fish) because its state is live; it is not classified under 0304 (fish fillets) because it is unprocessed; it is not classified under 0305 (dried, salted or smoked) because the preservation method is different.

Product name: Fill in the specific species name, such as "live Southern bluefin tuna", and avoid using common names or general names. Latin scientific name: Fill in Thunnus maccoyii, ensuring consistency with the endangered species appendix. State: Indicate "live", and specify the transport method (e.g., oxygenated seawater). Specification: Grade by weight or body length, such as "50-60kg per fish". Source: Indicate wild-caught or farmed; for farmed, provide farm information. Endangered species certificate: Provide the CITES import/export permit number and validity period. Use: Fill in "for consumption" or "for aquaculture", which affects subsequent supervision. Product name: live Southern bluefin tuna; Latin scientific name: Thunnus maccoyii; State: live, transported in oxygenated seawater; Specification: 40-50kg per fish; Source: farmed, farm number AUS-123; Endangered species certificate: CITES No. 2025/AU/001; Use: for consumption. Failure to provide CITES certificate, resulting in inability to clear customs. Misreporting farmed as wild-caught, violating endangered species trade regulations. Specification description is too general, affecting customs valuation and statistics.

The core basis for classification is the notes to Chapter 3 and the subheading provisions of the HS Nomenclature. 030195 explicitly lists "Southern bluefin tuna" and requires it to be live. When determining, it is necessary to confirm the scientific name of the species, the living state and whether it has been processed. If fresh, chilled or frozen, it is classified under 0302 or 0303; if filleted, it is classified under 0304. 030194 Live Atlantic bluefin tuna: Different species; 030194 is Thunnus thynnus, while 030195 is Thunnus maccoyii. 030195 Live Southern bluefin tuna: This code is the current code; attention must be paid to distinguishing the species from 030194. 030231 Fresh or chilled albacore tuna: The state is fresh or chilled, not live, and the species is albacore tuna. 030341 Frozen albacore tuna: The state is frozen, not live, and the species is different. 030487 Frozen Southern bluefin tuna fillets: Already processed into fillets, not live, classified under 0304. Confirm the species is Southern bluefin tuna (Thunnus maccoyii). Confirm the commodity is live and has not undergone any preservation treatment. Check that the CITES certificate is consistent with the species and quantity. Check whether an import animal and plant quarantine permit is required. Confirm that the transport method meets the requirements for live aquatic products.

How can I check the tariff rate for 030195? You can check the latest tariff rates through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the International Trade Single Window. Attention should be paid to applicable conditions such as the most-favored-nation rate and agreement rates, and whether consumption tax is payable. What permits are required to import live Southern bluefin tuna? Usually a CITES import/export permit, an import animal and plant quarantine permit, and fishing or aquaculture certificates are required. The specific requirements are subject to those of customs and the Endangered Species Import and Export Management Office. What is the difference between 030195 and 030194? Both are live bluefin tuna, but they are different species: 030195 is Southern bluefin tuna, and 030194 is Atlantic bluefin tuna. When classifying, the Latin scientific name must be provided to distinguish them accurately. Can farmed Southern bluefin tuna be classified under 030195? Yes, as long as it is live, whether wild-caught or farmed, it is classified under 030195. However, the source must be indicated at declaration, and farm registration information must be provided for farmed products. If live Southern bluefin tuna dies during transport, which code should it be classified under? If after death it is only kept fresh or chilled, it is classified under 0302; if frozen, under 0303; if processed into fillets, under 0304. It must be reclassified according to its actual state. What are the consequences of writing the Latin scientific name incorrectly at declaration? It may lead to incorrect classification, invalid permits, customs penalties, or even suspicion of smuggling endangered species. Be sure to check the CITES appendices and authoritative taxonomic databases. What are the regulatory conditions for 030195? Usually involves A (Customs Clearance Form for Inbound Goods), F (Endangered Species Import Permit), P (Import Animal and Plant Quarantine Permit), etc. The specific requirements are subject to the latest Customs Regulatory Conditions Code Table. Can cross-border e-commerce import live Southern bluefin tuna? Cross-border e-commerce imports of live aquatic products must comply with customs supervision requirements and usually require relevant qualifications and permits. It is recommended to consult the local customs in advance to ensure compliance.