Product classification
HS code for Live conch: 0307.82
Molluscs, stromboid conchs (Strombus spp.), whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled.
Classification of live conch under HS 0307.82
Live conch is classified under HS code 0307.82. This classification falls under Chapter 03 (Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates) and heading 0307 (Molluscs). Subheading 0307.82 specifically targets stromboid conchs of the genus Strombus. These are large sea snails characterized by their spiral-shaped shells. To be classified here, the conch must be live, fresh, or chilled. This code is essential for regulating the trade of species like the Queen Conch (Strombus gigas), which is often subject to CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) regulations. The classification covers the animal whether it is still in its shell or has been removed (shucked), provided it has not undergone any processing like freezing, drying, or cooking. Accurate classification ensures compliance with both tariff requirements and environmental protection laws. The "chilled" status implies the product has been reduced in temperature to near freezing to maintain freshness during transport but has not reached a frozen state. If the conch is frozen, it is classified under 0307.84.
- Covers
- Live Queen Conch (Strombus gigas)
- Fresh Milk Conch (Strombus costatus)
- Chilled Fighting Conch (Strombus alatus)
- Live stromboid molluscs in shell
- Shucked fresh conch meat (not frozen)
- 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 with other large molluscs. For instance, Abalone is classified under 0307.81. Frozen conch is often incorrectly entered under the live code 0307.82 instead of the correct 0307.84. Furthermore, if the conch is dried, salted, or in brine, it falls under 0307.87. Prepared conch (such as conch fritter mix or canned conch) should be classified under heading 1605. Misclassification can lead to the seizure of goods, especially for species protected under CITES.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030782 (the code used for live conch), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030782 (the code used for live 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 live 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 live conch
Brazil classifies live 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 live conch
What is the HS code for Live conch?
The HS code for Live 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 Live conch for customs?
Live 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.
Is a CITES permit required for conch under this code?
Yes, many species under the Strombus genus, such as the Queen Conch, require CITES documentation for legal international trade, regardless of the HS code.
Which countries are the top exporters of live conch (HS 030782)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030782 (the code used for live 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 live conch (HS 030782)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030782 (the code used for live 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 Live conch the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030782 for Live 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 live conch in Brazil?
In Brazil, live conch (HS 030782) is classified under NCM 0307.82.00.