Product classification
HS code for Chilled conch: 0307.82
Molluscs, stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.), whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled.
Classification of chilled conch under HS 0307.82
Chilled conch is classified under HS code 0307.82, which falls within the category of molluscs. Heading 0307 covers molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted, or in brine. The subheading 0307.82 specifically targets stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.) in their live, fresh, or chilled state. Classification is based on the biological genus and the preservation method. "Chilled" refers to products that have been reduced in temperature to approximately 0°C without reaching the freezing point. This code applies regardless of whether the conch is still in its shell or has been removed. It is essential to distinguish these from other molluscs or gastropods that do not belong to the Strombus genus. The classification process adheres to the legal notes of Chapter 3, which specify that the chapter does not cover mammals (heading 0106) or fish and crustaceans prepared or preserved by processes not mentioned in this chapter (Chapter 16). For international trade, the distinction between live and chilled is often grouped under this single subheading, but the physical state must remain unfrozen. This specific code helps in the enforcement of CITES regulations, as many Strombus species are protected. Importers must ensure that the conch has not been cooked or preserved in vinegar, as these processes would change the classification to Chapter 16.
- Covers
- Live Queen Conch (Strombus gigas)
- Fresh stromboid conch meat, chilled on ice
- Chilled conch in shell
- Fresh Strombus spp. molluscs
- Also under 0307.82
- Queen Conch (Strombus gigas)
- Fighting Conch (Strombus alatus)
- Milk Conch (Strombus costatus)
- Caribbean Conch
Codes often confused with 0307.82
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 0307.84, which is designated for frozen stromboid conchs. If the product has been frozen at any point for preservation, it cannot use the 0307.82 code. Another common error is using 0307.91, which is the residual category for "other" fresh or chilled molluscs. Because stromboid conchs have a specific subheading (0307.82), the residual code is incorrect. Additionally, if the conch is prepared or preserved (e.g., canned), it should be classified under 1605.59.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030782 (the code used for chilled conch), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030782 (the code used for chilled conch) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 78% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 030782, not only chilled conch.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $1.6M 63% of world exports
- 2 Honduras* ~$561K 23% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Romania $213K 8.6% of world exports
World total: $2.5M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $3.7M 78% of world imports
- 2 Canada $826K 18% of world imports
- 3 Portugal $53K 1.1% of world imports
World total: $4.7M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for chilled conch
Brazil classifies chilled conch under NCM 0307.82.00: HS 0307.82 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chilled conch
What is the HS code for Chilled conch?
The HS code for Chilled conch is 030782 (Molluscs; stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.), whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled). The HS code for live, fresh, or chilled stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.) is 0307.82.
How do I classify Chilled conch for customs?
Chilled conch is classified under HS code 030782 — Molluscs; stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.), whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can I use this code for dried conch?
No, dried, salted, or brined stromboid conchs are classified under HS code 0307.88. Code 0307.82 is only for live, fresh, or chilled states.
Which countries are the top exporters of chilled conch (HS 030782)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030782 (the code used for chilled conch) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.6M, 63% of world exports), Honduras (about $561K) and Romania ($213K). World exports came to about $2.5M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of chilled conch (HS 030782)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030782 (the code used for chilled conch) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($3.7M, 78% of world imports), Canada ($826K) and Portugal ($53K). World imports came to about $4.7M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Chilled conch the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030782 for Chilled conch is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for chilled conch in Brazil?
In Brazil, chilled conch (HS 030782) is classified under NCM 0307.82.00.