U.S. imports of sea urchins, frozen (HS 030822) totaled $22K in August 2026, imported from 6 countries.
Sea Urchins, Frozen imports of $22K in August 2026 ran 82% below the year-to-date monthly average of $127K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataFrozen sea urchins, excluding flours, meals, and pellets, are classified under a single 10-digit line (0308220000) and represent the primary import form for sea urchin roe (uni) destined for sushi restaurants and Japanese food retailers in the US. Freezing extends shelf life significantly compared to fresh product, enabling ocean-freight shipment and broader distribution. FDA admissibility requirements apply, and frozen uni is subject to the same seafood HACCP and foreign establishment registration standards as other frozen seafood imports.
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Under 030822, both frozen sea urchin roe and frozen whole sea urchins (excluding flours, meals, and pellets) fall under the single 10-digit line 0308220000. However, commercial invoices should still specify whether the product is roe or whole animal, as this distinction may be relevant for FDA labeling requirements and buyer specifications.
Frozen uni is commercially graded by color (ranging from pale yellow to deep gold), texture, and bitterness level, with Japanese-market grades (such as 'A' or premium tray-pack) commanding significant price premiums. Importers should specify grade, species, and processing method (e.g., alum-treated vs. non-alum) in purchase contracts, as these factors affect both value and FDA labeling compliance for ingredient disclosure.
HSChapter 03
Subheading 6 of 8 in heading 0308
Subheading 030822 · $22K of $4.6M
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YoY · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $1.7M of Sea Urchins, Frozen.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0308220000 | Sea Urchins,Exc Flour,Meals,Pellets for Consum,Frz | $22K | 0.00% | 100.00% |
Imports · August 2026
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Peru and Mexico together supply 100% of it.
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rate provision · imports
duty collected equals 0.00% of total import value.