What is the exact definition of haddock in trade classifications?

Haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus) is classified as fresh or chilled fish, excluding fillets, fish meat of heading 0304, and edible fish offal.

How should fresh or chilled haddock be stored to maintain quality?

Fresh or chilled haddock should be kept at refrigerated temperatures (0‑4 °C) and protected from temperature abuse throughout transport and storage.

Can haddock be used directly for processing without further preparation?

Yes, haddock supplied as fresh or chilled whole fish can be processed directly for filleting, smoking, or other value‑added preparations.

Haddock

Haddock is a marine fish harvested for consumption and is traded fresh or chilled. It is classified as a raw seafood product and is typically stored under chilled conditions.

Prices, specifications and international trade for haddock under HS 030252.

Haddock Price

$4,239USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Haddock Historical Unit Values

Haddock is quoted in USD/t at NOR. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Haddock Exports and Imports

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Norway led reported haddock exports in 2025, at $45M.

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Haddock Facts and HS Code

Haddock belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030252.

Haddock HS Code

Scientific name	Melanogrammus aeglefinus
Product type	Raw
Form	Fresh
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Seafood — Protein and dairy
HS codes	030252
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	NOR

Production & Handling

Haddock storage guidance: Chilled

Production and Storage

Perishability	High
Temperature regime	Chilled
Storage conditions	Chilled
Processing steps	Catching Evisceration Chilling

Uses & Risks

Haddock is used in Human consumption and Food service.

End Uses

Human consumption
Sold fresh or chilled for direct eating
Food service
Used by restaurants and catering operations

Uses and Related Commodities

Downstream industries	Retail trade, Food service

Haddock Questions

What is the exact definition of haddock in trade classifications?: Haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus) is classified as fresh or chilled fish, excluding fillets, fish meat of heading 0304, and edible fish offal.
How should fresh or chilled haddock be stored to maintain quality?: Fresh or chilled haddock should be kept at refrigerated temperatures (0‑4 °C) and protected from temperature abuse throughout transport and storage.
Can haddock be used directly for processing without further preparation?: Yes, haddock supplied as fresh or chilled whole fish can be processed directly for filleting, smoking, or other value‑added preparations.