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U.S. imports of prepared or preserved abalone (HS 160557) totaled $360K in April 2026, traded with 5 countries.
Importers of Prepared or Preserved Abalone paid $18K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $110K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataClassified specifically to the genus Haliotis, prepared and preserved abalone is a premium seafood commodity with a supply base led by Mexico and China, followed by Australia. The US schedule separates straight abalone preparations (1605570000 / 1605576000) from composite products containing fish meat or prepared meals (1605570500), and the genus-level specificity in the tariff description means species documentation is important for entry. Abalone is a high-value product subject to strict fisheries management in most source countries, so CITES considerations and country-of-origin documentation may be relevant depending on the species and origin. FDA prior notice and HACCP compliance are required; importers should verify admissibility with a licensed customs broker before shipment.
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Certain Haliotis species are listed under CITES appendices, and whether a CITES permit is required depends on the specific species and country of origin. Importers should confirm the species identity with their supplier and check current CITES listings before shipment, as requirements can change with periodic Conference of the Parties decisions.
Because abalone is a high-value product with significant price differences by origin, US Customs and Border Protection may scrutinize country-of-origin claims closely. Importers should obtain processing records, catch certificates, or aquaculture documentation from the foreign supplier to substantiate origin, particularly when product passes through a third country for processing.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $249K | -- | -$249K |
| CHINA | $64K | -- | -$64K |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $46K | -- | -$46K |
| HONG KONG | -- | -- | -- |
| AUSTRALIA | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1605576000 | ABALONE (HALIOTIS SPP.), PREPARED OR PRESERVED | $327K | 16.69% | $13K |
| 1605570500 | ABALONE PRODUCTS WITH FISH MEAT; PREP MEALS | $32K | 14.95% | $5K |
ABALONE (HALIOTIS SPP.), PREPARED OR PRESERVED
ABALONE PRODUCTS WITH FISH MEAT; PREP MEALS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1605570000 | ABALONE (HALIOTIS SPP.), PREPARED OR PRESERVED | $0 |
ABALONE (HALIOTIS SPP.), PREPARED OR PRESERVED
TUNAS, SKIPJACK TUNA AND BONITO, PREP OR PRESERVED
HS 160414
SHRIMP & PRAWNS PREP/PRESERVED NOT AIRTIGHT CONTNR
HS 160521
PREPARED OR PRESERVED BOVINE MEAT ETC. NESOI
HS 160250
CRAB, PREPARED OR PRESERVED
HS 160510
PREPARED OR PRESERVED CHICKEN MEAT OR OFFAL, NESOI
HS 160232
SALMON, PREPARED OR PRESERVED, WHOLE OR PIECES
HS 160411
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $311K | -- | -$311K |
| New York | $39K | -- | -$39K |
| Hawaii | $9K | -- | -$9K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTAY MESA, CA | $249K | -- | -$249K |
| NEWARK, NJ | $53K | -- | -$53K |
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $44K | -- | -$44K |