Aquatic invertebrates; sea urchins (Strongylocentrotus spp., Paracentrotus lividus, Loxechinus albus, Echinus esculentus), dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during smoking process

HS v2022 Code: 030829

About aquatic invertebrates; sea urchins (strongylocentrotus spp., paracentrotus lividus, loxechinus albus, echinus esculentus), dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during smoking process

HS code 030829 covers a range of aquatic invertebrates, primarily sea urchins, that are dried, salted, brined, or smoked. This industry plays a significant role in the global seafood trade, providing a unique and highly sought-after delicacy for consumers around the world. Sea urchins are a valuable marine resource, and their harvesting and processing contribute to the broader economy through international trade and employment in coastal communities.

Production process

The production of sea urchins and other aquatic invertebrates covered under HS code 030829 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the sea urchins are harvested from their natural habitats, often by divers or specialized fishing vessels. The harvested urchins are then processed, which may include cleaning, sorting, and preparing them for preservation. The preservation methods, such as drying, salting, brining, or smoking, help to extend the shelf life of the products and make them suitable for long-distance transportation and storage.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 030829 products include the raw sea urchins and other aquatic invertebrates, as well as the necessary equipment and resources for harvesting, processing, and preservation. This may include specialized fishing or diving gear, processing facilities, drying or smoking equipment, and packaging materials. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, including harvesters, processors, and quality control personnel, to ensure the consistent production of high-quality products.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 030829 is the dried, salted, brined, or smoked sea urchins and other aquatic invertebrates. These products are often consumed as a delicacy, either on their own or as an ingredient in various culinary dishes. The outputs of this industry may be further processed or incorporated into other food products, such as 160520 Prepared or preserved fish, caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs.

Revisions to 030829

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 030829. The most recent 1 version of this code (030829) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 030829.

Family tree for aquatic invertebrates; sea urchins (strongylocentrotus spp., paracentrotus lividus, loxechinus albus, echinus esculentus), dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during smoking process

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/03'>03: Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0308'>0308: Aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030829'>030829: Aquatic invertebrates; sea urchins (Strongylocentrotus spp., Paracentrotus lividus, Loxechinus albus, Echinus esculentus), dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during smoking process</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030811'>030811: Aquatic invertebrates; sea cucumbers (Stichopus japonicus, Holothuroidea), live, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030812'>030812: Aquatic invertebrates; sea cucumbers (Stichopus japonicus, Holothuroidea), frozen</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030819'>030819: Aquatic invertebrates; sea cucumbers (Stichopus japonicus, Holothuroidea), dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030821'>030821: Aquatic invertebrates; sea urchins (Strongylocentrotus spp., Paracentrotus lividus, Loxechinus albus, Echinus esculentus), live, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030822'>030822: Aquatic invertebrates; sea urchins (Strongylocentrotus spp., Paracentrotus lividus, Loxechinus albus, Echinus esculentus), frozen</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030830'>030830: Aquatic invertebrates; jellyfish (Rhopilema spp.), live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during smoking</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030890'>030890: Aquatic invertebrates; other than crustaceans, molluscs, sea urchins, sea cucumbers and jellyfish, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking</a>"]

    

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