Product classification
HS code for Salted scallops: 0307.29
Molluscs, scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process.
Classification of salted scallops under HS 0307.29
Salted scallops are classified under HS code 0307.29. This code falls within Chapter 3 of the Harmonized System, which covers fish and crustaceans, molluscs, and other aquatic invertebrates. Specifically, heading 0307 is dedicated to molluscs, whether in shell or not. The subheading 0307.29 is a residual category for scallops of the family Pectinidae that are not live, fresh, or chilled. This includes scallops that have been dried, salted, in brine, or smoked. The classification is determined by the biological family (Pectinidae) and the state of preservation. According to the Chapter 3 notes, the products in this heading can be cooked before or during the smoking process, but if they are cooked by other methods (such as steaming or boiling in water) and then salted, they may still remain in Chapter 3 provided they are not further prepared. However, if the scallops are prepared as a complete meal or preserved in airtight containers with sauces, they might shift to Chapter 16. For standard salted or dried scallops used as ingredients or snacks, 0307.29 is the internationally recognized standard.
- Covers
- Dried sea scallops
- Salt-cured bay scallops
- Scallops preserved in brine
- Smoked scallops (not further prepared)
- Salted Pectinidae molluscs without shells
- Also under 0307.29
- Kikkoman Dried Scallops
- Abalone House Dried Scallops
- Golden Dragon Smoked Scallops
- Ocean's Best Brined Scallops
Codes often confused with 0307.29
Common mistake. Salted scallops are often confused with HS code 0307.21, which is strictly for live, fresh, or chilled scallops. Another frequent error is classification under 0307.22, which is reserved for frozen scallops. If the scallops have been heavily processed, such as being breaded, battered, or canned in a specialized sauce, they should be classified under 1605.52. Distinguishing between simple preservation (salting) and preparation (cooking/saucing) is vital for correct coding.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030729 (the code used for salted scallops), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030729 (the code used for salted scallops) in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 43% 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 030729, not only salted scallops.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Hong Kong $10M 24% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $5.1M 12% of world exports
- 3 Canada $4.0M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $42M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Hong Kong $54M 43% of world imports
- 2 United States $22M 17% of world imports
- 3 Spain $11M 8.4% of world imports
World total: $126M 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 salted scallops
Brazil classifies salted scallops under NCM 0307.29.00: HS 0307.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about salted scallops
What is the HS code for Salted scallops?
The HS code for Salted scallops is 030729 (Molluscs; scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process). The HS code for salted, dried, or brined scallops is 0307.29.
How do I classify Salted scallops for customs?
Salted scallops is classified under HS code 030729 — Molluscs; scallops and other molluscs of the family Pectinidae, whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are dried scallops classified differently than salted ones?
No, both dried and salted scallops (provided they are from the Pectinidae family) are classified under the same subheading, 0307.29.
Which countries are the top exporters of salted scallops (HS 030729)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030729 (the code used for salted scallops) in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($10M, 24% of world exports), the Netherlands ($5.1M) and Canada ($4.0M). World exports came to about $42M, 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 salted scallops (HS 030729)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030729 (the code used for salted scallops) in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($54M, 43% of world imports), the United States ($22M) and Spain ($11M). World imports came to about $126M, 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 Salted scallops the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030729 for Salted 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 salted scallops in Brazil?
In Brazil, salted scallops (HS 030729) is classified under NCM 0307.29.00.