China HS Code

HS Code 160556: Molluscs : Clams, cockles and arkshells in China

Q: Is HS code 160556 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 160556 is the same in every WCO member country. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code for national tariff and statistical use. China extends it under China HS / CCCHS.

Q: What system does China use to classify HS code 160556?

China classifies products under the Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China (China HS / CCCHS; locally 中华人民共和国海关进出口税则), which extends HS codes to 13 digits. The first 6 digits align with the WCO Harmonized System, and the rest cover national tariff and statistical needs.

Q: Where can I officially look up HS code 160556 in China?

The official source is http://english.customs.gov.cn/. For faster cross-country lookups, TradeInt's HS Code Tool consolidates classifications across all major countries in one place.

What is HS Code 160556 in China

Under China's Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China (中华人民共和国海关进出口税则), HS Code 160556 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Molluscs : Clams, cockles and arkshells. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; China extends classifications to 13 digits under its national tariff system. 160556 belongs to Section IV: Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes, Chapter 16: Preparations of meat, of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, Heading 1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved.

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Classification Path of HS Code 160556 in China

Section IV

Chapters (16-24) Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes

Chapter 16

Preparations of meat, of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates

HS Code 1605

Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160556

Molluscs : Clams, cockles and arkshells

HS Code 16055610

Clams, prepared or preserved 制作或保藏的蛤

HS Code 16055620

Cockles and arkshells, prepared or preserved 制作或保藏的鸟蛤及舟贝

China Tariff Classification: Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China (China HS / CCCHS)

In China, HS 160556 is classified under the Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China (中华人民共和国海关进出口税则) — a 13-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China (China HS / CCCHS)

Local name 中华人民共和国海关进出口税则

Digits 13

Official source http://english.customs.gov.cn/

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Top Trading Product of HS Code 1605

Top China import Product Under HS Code 1605

1 160554: Molluscs : Cuttlefish and squid $88.2M 2 160561: Other aquatic invertebrates : Sea cucumbers $65.5M 3 160529: Shrimps and prawns : Other $39.9M

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Top China export Product Under HS Code 1605

1 160529: Shrimps and prawns : Other $1.3B 2 160554: Molluscs : Cuttlefish and squid $1.0B 3 160557: Molluscs : Abalone $356.7M

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Related HS Code to China Prepared Clams and Cockles (160556)

HS Code 16055610

Clams, prepared or preserved

HS Code 16055620

Cockles and arkshells, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160510

Crab

HS Code 160521

Shrimps and prawns : Not in airtight containers

HS Code 160529

Shrimps and prawns : Other

Molluscs : Scallops, including queen scallops

HS Code 160553

Molluscs : Mussels

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 160556 in China?

HS code 160556 covers Molluscs : Clams, cockles and arkshells in China. It sits in Chapter 16 (Preparations of meat, of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates), Heading 1605 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under China HS / CCCHS.

Is HS code 160556 the same across all countries?

What system does China use to classify HS code 160556?

Where can I officially look up HS code 160556 in China?