HS Code 160556
Prepared Clams, Cockles and Arkshells
HS code 160556 covers prepared or preserved clams, cockles, and arkshells, including canned chopped clams, clams in brine, and prepared cockle snacks.
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HS Code 160556 — Prepared Clams, Cockles and Arkshells
This code covers prepared or preserved clams, cockles, and arkshells. These are usually canned in their own juice, stuffed, or served in sauces.
What's included
- Canned chopped clams
- Cockles in brine
- Boiled arkshells
- Clam chowder (high clam content)
What's excluded
- Live clams → use
030771(Live and fresh molluscs are in Chapter 3.)
Common examples
- Canned baby clams in water
- Bottled cockles in vinegar
- Prepared arkshell meat in jars
- Clam juice (if containing more than 20% meat)
Frequently asked questions
Is clam juice covered here?
Usually, pure juices are in 1603, but if the product contains significant clam meat (extracts), it might be 1603 or 1605 depending on preparation.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 15%
- Documentation: Requires inspection for biotoxins depending on origin country.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Thailand, Chile
- Top importers: United States, Spain, Japan
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Key takeaway
Focuses on bivalve preparations often found in the canned food aisle.
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