Product classification
HS code for Frozen scallops: 0307.22
Molluscs, scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, frozen.
Classification of frozen scallops under HS 0307.22
Frozen scallops are classified under HS code 0307.22. Chapter 3, heading 0307, covers molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted, or in brine. The subheading 0307.22 is specifically reserved for frozen scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae. This includes various commercially important species such as Pecten maximus (Great Scallop) or Placopecten magellanicus (Atlantic Sea Scallop). The classification remains the same whether the scallops are presented in their shells or as shucked meat (the adductor muscle). The primary requirement for this code is that the product is frozen and has not been subjected to further processing like cooking, breading, or seasoning. The Harmonized System distinguishes between the state of the mollusc (frozen vs. fresh) and the biological family. Because scallops belong to the Pectinidae family, they are separated from other molluscs like clams or mussels. This level of detail allows for precise monitoring of shellfish trade and environmental impact.
- Covers
- Frozen sea scallops (shucked meat)
- Frozen bay scallops
- Frozen scallops in shell
- Frozen Pectinidae family molluscs
- Frozen scallop roe-on meat
- Also under 0307.22
- Trident Seafoods Frozen Scallops
- Clearwater Seafoods Frozen Scallops
- Kirkland Signature Frozen Scallops
- Pescanova Frozen Scallops
Codes often confused with 0307.22
Common mistake. Scallops are frequently misclassified under 0307.21, which is for live, fresh, or chilled scallops. Another common error is using 1605.52, which is for prepared or preserved scallops, such as those that have been precooked, breaded, or canned. Dried scallops should be classified under 0307.29.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030722 (the code used for frozen scallops), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030722 (the code used for frozen scallops) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% 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 030722, not only frozen scallops.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $559M 44% of world exports
- 2 China $111M 8.7% of world exports
- 3 Peru* ~$106M 8.4% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $287M 22% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$142M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 France $135M 10% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 scallops
Brazil classifies frozen scallops under NCM 0307.22.00: HS 0307.22 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about frozen scallops
What is the HS code for Frozen scallops?
The HS code for Frozen scallops is 030722 (Molluscs; scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, frozen). The HS code for frozen scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae is 0307.22.
How do I classify Frozen scallops for customs?
Frozen scallops is classified under HS code 030722 — Molluscs; scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, frozen. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include breaded scallops?
No, breaded or precooked scallops are classified under HS code 1605.52 as prepared or preserved molluscs.
Which countries are the top exporters of frozen scallops (HS 030722)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030722 (the code used for frozen scallops) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($559M, 44% of world exports), China ($111M) and Peru (about $106M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 scallops (HS 030722)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030722 (the code used for frozen scallops) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($287M, 22% of world imports), Vietnam (about $142M) and France ($135M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 scallops the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030722 for Frozen 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 frozen scallops in Brazil?
In Brazil, frozen scallops (HS 030722) is classified under NCM 0307.22.00.