HS Code for Salted cockles
Salted cockles are classified under HS code 0307.79. This classification falls under Chapter 3, which covers fish and crustaceans, molluscs, and other aquatic invertebrates. Heading 0307 is specifically for molluscs, whether in shell or not, and includes various states such as live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted, or in brine. Subheading 0307.79 is a residual category for clams, cockles, and ark shells (from families such as Cardiidae and Arcidae) that are dried, salted, in brine, or smoked. Unlike fish headings where smoking is often separated, heading 0307 groups dried, salted, and smoked molluscs together in the non-live/fresh subheadings. The classification is determined by the species identification and the fact that the product is no longer in a live, fresh, chilled, or frozen state.
Products Included
- Salted cockles in shell
- Dried cockle meat (boneless)
- Brined ark shells
- Smoked cockles (not canned)
- Salt-cured clams of the family Veneridae
Common Misclassification
Salted cockles are often misclassified under HS code 0307.71, which is for live, fresh, or chilled cockles. The distinction is the preservation state; once the cockle is salted or brined for preservation, it moves to 0307.79. Another common error is using HS code 1605.56, which covers prepared or preserved clams, cockles, and arks. If the cockles are boiled, canned, or preserved in vinegar or marinades, they are considered "prepared" and must be classified in Chapter 16. Importers must also ensure they do not confuse cockles with other molluscs like mussels (0307.39) or scallops (0307.29).
FAQ
What is the HS code for salted cockles?
The HS code for cockles that are dried, salted, in brine, or smoked is 0307.79.
Are smoked cockles included in this HS code?
Yes, unlike many other seafood categories, the subheading 0307.79 specifically includes cockles that are smoked, in addition to those that are dried, salted, or in brine.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Salted cockles?
The HS code for Salted cockles is 030779 (Molluscs; clams, cockle, ark shells (families Arcidae, Arcticidae, Cardiidae, Donacidae, Hiatellidae, Mactridae, Mesodesmatidae, Myidae, Semelidae, Solecurtidae, Solenidae, Tridacnidae, Veneridae), whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, smoked).
How do I classify Salted cockles for customs?
Salted cockles is classified under HS code 030779 — Molluscs; clams, cockle, ark shells (families Arcidae, Arcticidae, Cardiidae, Donacidae, Hiatellidae, Mactridae, Mesodesmatidae, Myidae, Semelidae, Solecurtidae, Solenidae, Tridacnidae, Veneridae), whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, smoked. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Salted cockles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030779 for Salted cockles is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.