Product classification
HS code for Chilled scallops: 0307.21
Molluscs, scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled.
Classification of chilled scallops under HS 0307.21
HS code 0307.21 is used for scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae that are presented in a live, fresh, or chilled state. This code is situated within Chapter 3, which covers aquatic invertebrates. The classification applies regardless of whether the scallops are in their shells or have been shucked (removed from the shell). The primary requirement is the preservation method; the product must not be frozen, dried, salted, or in brine. Scallops are distinct from other molluscs like oysters or mussels, which have their own specific headings. The family Pectinidae includes various species such as the Atlantic sea scallop (Placopecten magellanicus) and the bay scallop (Argopecten irradians). When shucked, the product usually consists of the adductor muscle, which is the part most commonly consumed. As long as this meat is kept chilled and not frozen, it remains under 0307.21. This classification is critical for ensuring that shellfish safety standards and quotas are correctly monitored by international trade bodies.
- Covers
- Live sea scallops in shell
- Fresh shucked scallop meat
- Chilled bay scallops
- Fresh Pectinidae molluscs
- Also under 0307.21
- Georges Bank Scallops
- Hokkaido Scallops
- Coquilles Saint-Jacques
- Cape Cod Bay Scallops
Codes often confused with 0307.21
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 0307.22, which is reserved for frozen scallops. In the seafood industry, "fresh" is often used loosely, but for HS purposes, if the product has been frozen at any point, 0307.22 must be used. Another error involves 1605.52, which covers prepared or preserved scallops (e.g., breaded or precooked). If the scallops are dried or salted, they must be classified under 0307.29.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030721 (the code used for chilled scallops), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030721 (the code used for chilled scallops) in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 33% 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 030721, not only chilled scallops.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United Kingdom $82M 31% of world exports
- 2 Canada $56M 21% of world exports
- 3 Japan $44M 17% of world exports
World total: $265M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $91M 33% of world imports
- 2 United States $58M 21% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $36M 13% of world imports
World total: $275M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 scallops
Brazil classifies chilled scallops under NCM 0307.21.00: HS 0307.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chilled scallops
What is the HS code for Chilled scallops?
The HS code for Chilled scallops is 030721 (Molluscs; scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled). The HS code for live, fresh, or chilled scallops (family Pectinidae) is 0307.21.
How do I classify Chilled scallops for customs?
Chilled scallops is classified under HS code 030721 — Molluscs; scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include scallops without shells?
Yes, HS code 0307.21 covers scallops whether they are in the shell or have been shucked, provided they are fresh or chilled.
Which countries are the top exporters of chilled scallops (HS 030721)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030721 (the code used for chilled scallops) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($82M, 31% of world exports), Canada ($56M) and Japan ($44M). World exports came to about $265M, 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 scallops (HS 030721)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030721 (the code used for chilled scallops) in UN Comtrade data were France ($91M, 33% of world imports), the United States ($58M) and South Korea ($36M). World imports came to about $275M, 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 scallops the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030721 for Chilled scallops 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 scallops in Brazil?
In Brazil, chilled scallops (HS 030721) is classified under NCM 0307.21.00.