Frozen sea cucumbers

HS Code: 03081210 — Chapter 03: Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates

Customs description: Frozen

Customs Duty

25%

Regulatory Duty

VAT

15%

Supplementary Duty

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About HS Code 03081210

HS 03081210 classifies frozen sea cucumbers. Sea cucumber from the Bay of Bengal is a high-value export commodity for Bangladesh, sold mainly to East Asian markets where it is a delicacy, and coastal community collection feeds a organised marine-products trade.

Chapter

HS 03

Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates

Heading

HS 0308

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Tariff line

03081210

Bangladesh Customs 8-digit classification

Bangladesh exported $443.0M under HS chapter 03 (Fish and crustaceans, mollusc and other aquatic invertebrates) in July 2025 – June 2026 (Full Year, Final) — 0.92% of national exports.

Bangladesh export context

Bangladesh is one of the world's leading aquaculture producers, and seafood is an established export sector alongside readymade garments and leather. Exports under this chapter centre on frozen shrimp and prawns, freshwater fish such as tilapia and pangasius, and dried and salted products. On bangladeshexport.com, hundreds of verified seafood exporters and processors trade under chapter 03 classifications.

Import duty explained

Customs Duty (CD): the base import tariff in the Bangladesh Customs Operative Tariff Schedule. Specific duties in chapter 98 are flat amounts per unit instead of percentages.

Regulatory Duty (RD): an additional protective levy applied on top of the customs duty on selected goods.

Value Added Tax (VAT): the consumption tax applied at import; many raw materials and capital machinery enjoy reduced or zero rates.

Supplementary Duty (SD): a further duty layer on luxury, tobacco and other socially-sensitive goods.

Duty rates change through Statutory Regulatory Orders (SROs); always verify the current rate before making trade decisions.

Suppliers under the parent heading HS 0308

No suppliers are listed under the exact code 03081210 yet, but 3 verified Bangladeshi exporters and manufacturers trade under the parent heading.

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Related HS Codes

0306 Crustaceans, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine 03011100 Ornamental fish, Freshwater CD: 25% 03011900 Ornamental fish Excl. Freshwater CD: 25% 03019190 Live Trout(Salmo Trutta,Onc Ync Mykiss,Clarki,Ag Ab Ta,Gilae,Apa.)(Ex.fry) CD: 25% 03019210 Live Eels Fry 03019290 Live Eels, Excl. Fry CD: 25% 03019310 CARP(CYPRINUS CARPIO, CARASSIUS,CTENOPHARYNGODON IDELLUS,....MYLOPHARYNGODON PICEUS;FRY 03019390 OTHER CARP(CYPRINUS CARPIO, CARASSIUS,CTENOPHARYNGODON IDELLUS,..MYLOPHARYNGODON PICEUS CD: 25% 03019410 ATLANTIC & PACIFIC BLUEFIN TUNAS(THUNNUS THYNNUS, THUNNUS ORIENTALIS) FRY 03019490 OTHER ATLANTIC & PACIFIC BLUEFIN TUNAS(THUNNUS THYNNUS, THUNNUS ORIENTALIS) CD: 25%

Frequently asked questions

What is HS code 03081210?

HS 03081210 is an 8-digit Bangladesh Customs tariff line for "Frozen sea cucumbers", classified under chapter 03 (Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The 8-digit national code extends the 6-digit Harmonized System used worldwide.

What are the import duty rates for this HS code in Bangladesh?

The current operative tariff applies a customs duty of 25%, a regulatory duty of 0% and VAT of 15%. Rates change through SROs — verify with Bangladesh Customs before transacting.

How can I find suppliers or exporters of Frozen sea cucumbers in Bangladesh?

3 verified exporters and manufacturers on bangladeshexport.com trade under the parent heading HS 0308. Browse their profiles or post a Request for Quotation to receive quotes directly.

Source: Bangladesh Customs (bangladeshcustoms.gov.bd) | Operative Tariff Schedule

Duty rates are subject to change via SROs. Verify current rates before making trade decisions.