Product classification
HS code for Dried scallops: 0307.29
Molluscs, scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process.
Classification of dried scallops under HS 0307.29
Dried scallops fall under HS code 0307.29. This code is situated within Chapter 03, which encompasses fish and crustaceans, molluscs, and other aquatic invertebrates. Heading 0307 specifically deals with molluscs, whether in shell or not. The subheading 0307.29 is a residual category for scallops of the family Pectinidae that are not live, fresh, or chilled. This includes scallops that have been dried, salted, or placed in brine. It also covers smoked scallops, regardless of whether they were cooked before or during the smoking process. The classification is determined by the biological family (Pectinidae) and the state of preservation (dried). If the scallops are prepared or preserved beyond these simple methods—for example, if they are prepared as a ready-to-eat meal or canned in a sauce—they would be classified under Chapter 16. Understanding this distinction is vital for importers to comply with sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) measures that vary between raw dried seafood and processed seafood products.
- Covers
- Dried adductor muscles of scallops
- Salted dried scallops
- Scallops preserved in brine
- Smoked scallops (with or without shell)
- Dried queen scallops
- Also under 0307.29
- Kikkoman Dried Scallops
- Abalone House Dried Scallops
- Golden Dragon Smoked Scallops
- Ocean's Best Brined Scallops
Codes often confused with 0307.29
Common mistake. A common mistake is classifying dried scallops under HS code 0307.21, which is strictly for live, fresh, or chilled scallops. Another frequent error involves prepared scallops; if the product is canned, vacuum-packed with sauce, or breaded, it must be classified under HS code 1605.52. Importers must also distinguish between scallops and other molluscs like clams or cockles, which fall under different subheadings within 0307.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030729 (the code used for dried scallops), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030729 (the code used for dried scallops) in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 43% 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 030729, not only dried scallops.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Hong Kong $10M 24% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $5.1M 12% of world exports
- 3 Canada $4.0M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $42M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Hong Kong $54M 43% of world imports
- 2 United States $22M 17% of world imports
- 3 Spain $11M 8.4% of world imports
World total: $126M 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 dried scallops
Brazil classifies dried scallops under NCM 0307.29.00: HS 0307.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dried scallops
What is the HS code for Dried scallops?
The HS code for Dried scallops is 030729 (Molluscs; scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process). The HS code for dried, salted, or smoked scallops is 0307.29.
How do I classify Dried scallops for customs?
Dried scallops is classified under HS code 030729 — Molluscs; scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are dried scallops subject to different regulations than fresh ones?
Yes, while both fall under Chapter 03, dried scallops often have different shelf-life requirements and may be subject to different customs duties or inspection protocols compared to fresh (0307.21) or frozen (0307.22) scallops.
Which countries are the top exporters of dried scallops (HS 030729)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030729 (the code used for dried scallops) in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($10M, 24% of world exports), the Netherlands ($5.1M) and Canada ($4.0M). World exports came to about $42M, 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 dried scallops (HS 030729)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030729 (the code used for dried scallops) in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($54M, 43% of world imports), the United States ($22M) and Spain ($11M). World imports came to about $126M, 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 Dried scallops the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030729 for Dried 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 dried scallops in Brazil?
In Brazil, dried scallops (HS 030729) is classified under NCM 0307.29.00.