Product classification
HS code for Fresh conch: 0307.82
Molluscs, stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.), whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled.
Classification of fresh conch under HS 0307.82
Fresh conch is classified under HS code 0307.82 within the Harmonized System. This code is located in Chapter 3, which encompasses fish, crustaceans, and molluscs. Heading 0307 is specifically for molluscs, and the 0307.8x series is dedicated to abalone and stromboid conchs. Subheading 0307.82 is reserved for 'Stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.), live, fresh or chilled.' The classification is strictly based on the taxonomic identification of the mollusc as belonging to the genus Strombus. The product must be presented in its raw state, either alive or maintained at chilled temperatures to prevent spoilage. This classification is particularly important for international trade monitoring, as certain species of conch, such as the Queen Conch (Strombus gigas), are protected under CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) and require specific permits in addition to correct HS classification.
- Covers
- Live Queen Conch (Strombus gigas)
- Fresh Milk Conch (Strombus costatus)
- Chilled West Indian Fighting Conch (Strombus pugilis)
- Fresh Dog Conch (Strombus canarium)
- Live or chilled stromboid conch meat, unprocessed
- 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. Conch is frequently misclassified under HS code 0307.81, which is reserved for live, fresh, or chilled abalone. Another common error is using 0307.83, which is the code for frozen conch. If the conch has been dried, salted, or smoked, it must be classified under 0307.88. Furthermore, other types of large sea snails that do not belong to the Strombus genus may be classified under the 'other' molluscs category in 0307.91. If the conch is prepared or canned, it moves to heading 1605.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030782 (the code used for fresh conch), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030782 (the code used for fresh 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 fresh 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 fresh conch
Brazil classifies fresh 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 fresh conch
What is the HS code for Fresh conch?
The HS code for Fresh 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 Fresh conch for customs?
Fresh 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.
Are there special requirements for importing conch?
Yes, because many Strombus species are CITES-listed, imports often require specific conservation permits alongside the standard customs documentation associated with HS code 0307.82.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh conch (HS 030782)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030782 (the code used for fresh 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 fresh conch (HS 030782)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030782 (the code used for fresh 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 Fresh conch the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030782 for Fresh 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 fresh conch in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh conch (HS 030782) is classified under NCM 0307.82.00.