Product classification
HS code for Frozen abalone: 0307.83
Molluscs, abalone (Haliotis spp.), whether in shell or not, frozen.
Classification of frozen abalone under HS 0307.83
Frozen abalone is classified under HS code 0307.83. This classification follows the structure of Chapter 3, which includes molluscs under heading 0307. The subheading 0307.83 specifically identifies abalone of the genus Haliotis. To qualify for this code, the product must be frozen and can be presented either in the shell or shucked (meat only). The Harmonized System distinguishes between live, fresh, or chilled molluscs and those that are frozen, dried, salted, or in brine. The classification is determined by the state of the product at the time of customs declaration. If the abalone has been prepared or preserved beyond simple freezing (such as being canned, pickled, or cooked and then frozen in a sauce), it would typically move to Chapter 16. Proper documentation should specify the genus Haliotis to ensure the application of this specific code.
- Covers
- Frozen whole abalone in shell (Haliotis spp.)
- Frozen shucked abalone meat
- Frozen abalone pieces or parts, not further prepared
- Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) abalone
- Also under 0307.83
- Ocean Garden Frozen Abalone
- Abalone from South Africa (various brands)
- Frozen Australian Abalone
- Wild-caught Mexican Abalone
Codes often confused with 0307.83
Common mistake. A common error is using HS code 0307.81, which is strictly for live, fresh, or chilled abalone. Importers must ensure the preservation method matches the code. More significantly, 1605.57 is often used for prepared or preserved abalone. If the abalone is cooked (other than simple steaming or boiling in shell) or preserved in a vacuum-sealed pouch with additives or sauces, it belongs in Chapter 16. Additionally, 0307.87 (Other abalone) might be used if the species is not clearly identified, though Haliotis is the standard genus for commercial abalone and should almost always fall under 0307.83 when frozen.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030783 (the code used for frozen abalone), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030783 (the code used for frozen abalone) in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 28% 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 030783, not only frozen abalone.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Australia $14M 39% of world exports
- 2 China $11M 30% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $2.7M 7.5% of world exports
World total: $37M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $15M 28% of world imports
- 2 Hong Kong $10M 19% of world imports
- 3 United States $6.3M 12% of world imports
World total: $54M 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 frozen abalone
Brazil classifies frozen abalone under NCM 0307.83.00: HS 0307.83 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about frozen abalone
What is the HS code for Frozen abalone?
The HS code for Frozen abalone is 030783 (Molluscs; abalone (Haliotis spp.), whether in shell or not, frozen). The HS code for frozen abalone of the genus Haliotis is 0307.83.
How do I classify Frozen abalone for customs?
Frozen abalone is classified under HS code 030783 — Molluscs; abalone (Haliotis spp.), whether in shell or not, frozen. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is canned abalone classified under 0307.83?
No, canned abalone is considered prepared or preserved and is classified under HS code 1605.57.
Which countries are the top exporters of frozen abalone (HS 030783)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030783 (the code used for frozen abalone) in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($14M, 39% of world exports), China ($11M) and South Korea ($2.7M). World exports came to about $37M, 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 frozen abalone (HS 030783)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030783 (the code used for frozen abalone) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($15M, 28% of world imports), Hong Kong ($10M) and the United States ($6.3M). World imports came to about $54M, 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 Frozen abalone the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030783 for Frozen abalone 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 frozen abalone in Brazil?
In Brazil, frozen abalone (HS 030783) is classified under NCM 0307.83.00.