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U.S. imports of abalone, live, fresh or chilled (HS 030781) totaled $205K in April 2026, traded with 4 countries.
Importers of Abalone, Live, Fresh or Chilled paid $6K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 6.5% on $86K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataLive, fresh, and chilled abalone (genus Haliotis) is a high-value shellfish commodity classified under a single tariff line (0307810000), with Mexico the leading US supplier, followed by South Korea and Chile. Because abalone populations are heavily regulated globally, CITES listings and national export permits can affect admissibility depending on the species and country of origin — importers must confirm that shipments are accompanied by valid export documentation. FDA seafood HACCP requirements apply at entry, and the cold-chain integrity of live or fresh product is critical to maintaining admissibility and commercial value.
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Some Haliotis species are listed under CITES Appendix III by certain range states, which can require export permits from the country of origin. Importers should verify the CITES status of the specific species and source country before shipment, as non-compliance can result in seizure at the port of entry.
Mexico's Baja California peninsula hosts established wild-harvest and aquaculture abalone operations with geographic proximity to US West Coast ports, enabling the short transit times necessary to maintain live or fresh product quality. This logistical advantage makes Mexico the primary source, though South Korea and Chile also supply meaningful volumes.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $119K | -- | -$119K |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $57K | -- | -$57K |
| CHILE | $30K | -- | -$30K |
| AUSTRALIA | -- | -- | -- |
| CANADA | -- | -- | -- |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0307810000 | ABALONE LIVE, FRSH OR CHILLED | $205K | 6.54% | $6K |
ABALONE LIVE, FRSH OR CHILLED
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0307810000 | ABALONE LIVE, FRSH OR CHILLED | $0 |
ABALONE LIVE, FRSH OR CHILLED
SHRIMPS AND PRAWNS, FROZEN, NESOI
HS 030617
PACIFIC, ATLANTIC, DANUBE SALMON FILLET FRESH/CHLL
HS 030441
CRABS, INCLUDING IN SHELL, FROZEN
HS 030614
ATLANTIC SALMON AND DANUBE SALMON FRESH OR CHILLED
HS 030214
PACIFIC, ATLANTIC AND DANUBE SALMON FILLETS FROZEN
HS 030481
FISH FILLETS, FROZEN, NESOI
HS 030489
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| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $149K | -- | -$149K |
| New York | $29K | -- | -$29K |
| Georgia | $18K | -- | -$18K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTAY MESA, CA | $119K | -- | -$119K |
| LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | $30K | -- | -$30K |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $29K | -- | -$29K |