Viet Nam HS Code

HS Code 160556: Molluscs : Clams, cockles and arkshells in Viet Nam

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. Viet Nam extends it under AHTN-VN.

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

Viet Nam classifies products under the Vietnam Tariff Schedule (AHTN-VN; locally Biểu thuế xuất nhập khẩu Việt Nam (AHTN 2022)), which extends HS codes to 8 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 Viet Nam?

The official source is https://www.customs.gov.vn/. 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 Viet Nam

Under Viet Nam's Vietnam Tariff Schedule (Biểu thuế xuất nhập khẩu Việt Nam (AHTN 2022)), HS Code 160556 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Molluscs : Clams, cockles and arkshells. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; Viet Nam extends classifications to 8 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 Viet Nam

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 16055600

Clams, cockles and arkshells Nghêu (ngao), sò

Viet Nam Tariff Classification: Vietnam Tariff Schedule (AHTN-VN)

In Viet Nam, HS 160556 is classified under the Vietnam Tariff Schedule (Biểu thuế xuất nhập khẩu Việt Nam (AHTN 2022)) — a 8-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule Vietnam Tariff Schedule (AHTN-VN)

Local name Biểu thuế xuất nhập khẩu Việt Nam (AHTN 2022)

Digits 8

Official source https://www.customs.gov.vn/

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Top Trading Product of HS Code 1605

Top Viet Nam import Product Under HS Code 1605

1 160554: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved : Molluscs : Cuttlefish and squid $18.6M 2 160510: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved : Crab $6.9M 3 160556: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved : Molluscs : Clams, cockles and arkshells $4.9M

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Top Viet Nam export Product Under HS Code 1605

1 160529: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved : Shrimps and prawns : Other $935.6M 2 160521: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved : Shrimps and prawns : Not in airtight containers $346.1M 3 160510: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved : Crab $115.9M

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Related HS Code to Viet Nam Prepared Clams and Cockles (160556)

HS Code 16055600

Clams, cockles and arkshells

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

HS Code 160554

Molluscs : Cuttlefish and squid

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 160556 in Viet Nam?

HS code 160556 covers Molluscs : Clams, cockles and arkshells in Viet Nam. 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 AHTN-VN.

Is HS code 160556 the same across all countries?

What system does Viet Nam use to classify HS code 160556?

Where can I officially look up HS code 160556 in Viet Nam?