Product classification
HS code for Frozen conch: 0307.84
Molluscs, stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.), whether in shell or not, frozen.
Classification of frozen conch under HS 0307.84
Frozen conch is classified under HS code 0307.84. This code specifically covers stromboid conchs belonging to the Strombus genus. As molluscs, they are categorized in heading 0307, which includes various aquatic invertebrates like oysters, scallops, and mussels. The classification 0307.84 is reserved for conch that has been frozen to preserve it for trade. The product may be presented in the shell or with the shell removed (meat only). Because many species of conch, particularly the Queen Conch (Strombus gigas), are protected under CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species), the use of the correct HS code is critical for customs enforcement and the verification of legal trade permits. The classification ensures that trade volumes are monitored accurately to prevent overexploitation of these marine gastropods.
- Covers
- Frozen Queen Conch meat (Strombus gigas)
- Frozen stromboid conch in shell
- Frozen cleaned conch meat
- Frozen Strombus pugilis (Fighting conch)
- Also under 0307.84
- Frozen Queen Conch Meat (various Caribbean brands)
- Goya Frozen Conch
- Caribbean Choice Frozen Conch
- Conch from Belize
Codes often confused with 0307.84
Common mistake. Frozen conch is sometimes misclassified under 0307.81, which is the code for live, fresh, or chilled conch. It may also be confused with 0307.92, which is a general category for other frozen molluscs not elsewhere specified. Additionally, if the conch has been prepared or preserved (e.g., canned or pickled), it must be classified under HS code 1605.59 instead of Chapter 3.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030784 (the code used for frozen conch), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030784 (the code used for frozen conch) in UN Comtrade data was Nicaragua, with about 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 69% 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 030784, not only frozen conch.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Nicaragua* ~$9.3M 34% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Honduras* ~$7.6M 28% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Jamaica $4.1M 15% of world exports
World total: $27M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $23M 69% of world imports
- 2 China $4.9M 15% of world imports
- 3 France $3.9M 12% of world imports
World total: $32M 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 frozen conch
Brazil classifies frozen conch under NCM 0307.84.00: HS 0307.84 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about frozen conch
What is the HS code for Frozen conch?
The HS code for Frozen conch is 030784 (Molluscs; stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.), whether in shell or not, frozen). The HS code for frozen stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.) is 0307.84.
How do I classify Frozen conch for customs?
Frozen conch is classified under HS code 030784 — Molluscs; stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.), whether in shell or not, frozen. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code require CITES documentation?
While the HS code itself doesn't mandate it, many species classified under 0307.84, such as the Queen Conch, require CITES permits for legal international trade.
Which countries are the top exporters of frozen conch (HS 030784)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030784 (the code used for frozen conch) in UN Comtrade data were Nicaragua (about $9.3M, 34% of world exports), Honduras (about $7.6M) and Jamaica ($4.1M). World exports came to about $27M, 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 conch (HS 030784)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030784 (the code used for frozen conch) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($23M, 69% of world imports), China ($4.9M) and France ($3.9M). World imports came to about $32M, 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 conch the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030784 for Frozen 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 frozen conch in Brazil?
In Brazil, frozen conch (HS 030784) is classified under NCM 0307.84.00.