HS Code 1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved

Q: Is HS code 1605 the same in every country?

Yes — HS code 1605 is part of the WCO Harmonized System and is the same in every WCO member country at the 6-digit level. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code under its own system (e.g. HTSUS in the US, CN/TARIC in the EU, HSK in Korea, CCCHS in China) for national tariff rates and trade statistics. To see how a specific country classifies this code, select a country.

Q: Which WCO edition does HS code 1605 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

The Harmonized System is maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and revised approximately every five years. The current edition is HS 2022, which replaced HS 2017 on 1 January 2022. Codes are added, merged, or split between editions to reflect new products and trade patterns, so a code valid in one edition may not exist or may mean something different in another.

Q: How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 1605?

Beyond the international 6-digit level, each country adds its own digits — the US extends to 10 digits (HTSUS), the EU to 8 or 10 (CN/TARIC), China to 13 (CCCHS), Korea to 10 (HSK), Japan to 9, and so on. To find the full code used by a specific country, select a country in TradeInt's HS Code Tool and search for 1605.

What is HS Code 1605

HS Code 1605 covers Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved. It is a 4-digit heading within Chapter 16 (Preparations of meat, of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates), Section IV. Its 6-digit subheadings are identical in every HS-adopting country; from the 7th digit onward, each country extends the code for its own tariff and statistics.

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What does HS Code 1605 Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved Cover?

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 160510

Crustacean preparations; crab, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160521

Crustacean preparations; shrimps and prawns, prepared or preserved, not in airtight containers

HS Code 160529

Crustacean preparations; shrimps and prawns, prepared or preserved, in airtight containers

HS Code 160553

Mollusc preparations; mussels, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160554

Mollusc preparations; cuttle fish and squid, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160555

Mollusc preparations; octopus, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160556

Mollusc preparations; clams, cockles and arkshells, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160530

Crustacean preparations; lobster, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160540

Crustacean preparations; other than crab, shrimps, prawns, and lobsters, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160551

Mollusc preparations; oysters, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160552

Mollusc preparations; scallops, including queen scallops, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160557

Mollusc preparations; abalone, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160558

Mollusc preparations; snails, other than sea snails, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160559

Mollusc preparations; n.e.c. in item no. 1605.5, preparations such as pastes, sausages, prepared meals and the like

HS Code 160561

Aquatic invertebrates; sea cucumbers, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160562

Aquatic invertebrates; sea urchins, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160563

Aquatic invertebrates; jellyfish, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160569

Aquatic invertebrates; other than crustaceans, molluscs, sea cucumbers, sea urchins, and jellyfish, prepared or preserved

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What HS Codes for Prepared Meat and Seafood Do Not Cover

Chapter 16 covers prepared or preserved meat, fish, crustaceans, and molluscs. Goods frequently misclassified here but that belong elsewhere include:

Fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, or smoked meat and fish (unprepared)

Chapters 02, 03

Meat or fish soups and broths

heading 2104

Animal-source food supplements

heading 2106

Pet food in retail packaging

heading 2309

This list highlights common classification errors only — it is not exhaustive. For binding classification, work with a licensed customs broker or qualified trade compliance professional.

Related HS Codes under Prepared Shellfish HS 1605

HS Code 160510

Crustacean preparations; crab, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160521

Crustacean preparations; shrimps and prawns, prepared or preserved, not in airtight containers

HS Code 160529

Crustacean preparations; shrimps and prawns, prepared or preserved, in airtight containers

HS Code 160530

Crustacean preparations; lobster, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160540

Crustacean preparations; other than crab, shrimps, prawns, and lobsters, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160551

Mollusc preparations; oysters, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160552

Mollusc preparations; scallops, including queen scallops, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160553

Mollusc preparations; mussels, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160554

Mollusc preparations; cuttle fish and squid, prepared or preserved

HS Code 160555

Mollusc preparations; octopus, prepared or preserved

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 1605?

HS code 1605 covers Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved, a heading within Chapter 16 (Preparations of meat, of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates) of the WCO Harmonized System. Headings sit between the broad chapter level and the more specific 6-digit subheading level.

Is HS code 1605 the same in every country?

Which WCO edition does HS code 1605 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 1605?