Product classification
HS code for Smoked 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 smoked scallops under HS 0307.29
Smoked scallops are classified under HS code 0307.29. This classification is part of Heading 0307, which covers molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process. Scallops belong to the family Pectinidae, and subheading 0307.29 is the specific category for those that are not live, fresh, chilled, or frozen. This includes scallops that have been dried, salted, or smoked. The smoking process is the primary factor for this classification, and it applies whether the scallops are processed with or without their shells. It is important to distinguish these from "prepared" molluscs. If the scallops are marinated in a complex sauce or preserved in a way that goes beyond the scope of Chapter 3, they would be classified under Heading 1605. However, for standard smoked scallops used in culinary applications, 0307.29 is the correct and internationally recognized code. This code helps in monitoring the trade of molluscs and ensures that appropriate tariffs are applied based on the level of processing.
- Covers
- Smoked sea scallops (Pecten maximus)
- Smoked bay scallops
- Smoked scallop meat without shell
- Smoked scallops in the shell
- Dried and smoked scallops
- 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. Smoked scallops are often misclassified under HS code 0307.21, which is strictly for live, fresh, or chilled scallops. Another frequent error is the use of HS code 1605.52, which applies to prepared or preserved scallops. If the scallops are merely smoked and not part of a prepared dish or canned in a liquid other than brine, they must remain in 0307.29.
Top exporters and importers of HS 030729 (the code used for smoked scallops), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 030729 (the code used for smoked 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 smoked 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 smoked scallops
Brazil classifies smoked 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 smoked scallops
What is the HS code for Smoked scallops?
The HS code for Smoked 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 smoked scallops is 0307.29, which includes scallops of the family Pectinidae that are smoked, dried, or salted.
How do I classify Smoked scallops for customs?
Smoked 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 smoked scallops in oil classified under 0307.29?
Generally, no. If scallops are preserved in oil, they are considered "prepared or preserved" and should be classified under HS code 1605.52.
Which countries are the top exporters of smoked scallops (HS 030729)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 030729 (the code used for smoked 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 smoked scallops (HS 030729)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 030729 (the code used for smoked 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 Smoked scallops the same in all countries?
The base HS code 030729 for Smoked 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 smoked scallops in Brazil?
In Brazil, smoked scallops (HS 030729) is classified under NCM 0307.29.00.