Dried Land Snails in Brine
Dried snails preserved in brine solution, such as African giant land snails (Achatina fulica), for extended shelf life. Under HTS 0307.60.00.00 as dried or in-brine non-sea snails, not rendered into flour.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in vinegar, oil, or other preservatives beyond brine
Fruit/nut/other preserved preparations include brined molluscs if not simply salted.
If live but for non-food ornamental use
Live snails as pets or aquarium use classify as live animals under 0101.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test for heavy metals common in wild-harvested snails; declare brine composition accurately
• Avoid bulk packaging mislabeled as 'dried only' to prevent reclassification
Related Products under HTS 0307.60.00.00
Live Edible Land Snails
Live snails of the species Helix pomatia, commonly known as Roman snails, harvested for human consumption. Classified under HTS 0307.60.00.00 as they are non-sea snails, whether in shell or not, live, and fit for food use. Excludes sea snails and processed forms like flours.
Fresh Chilled Helix Aspersa Snails
Fresh or chilled garden snails (Helix aspersa), removed from shells or in-shell, destined for culinary markets. Falls under HTS 0307.60.00.00 as non-sea snails in fresh/chilled state, excluding smoked or cooked products.
Frozen Escargot Snails
Frozen snails prepared for escargot dishes, typically Burgundy snails (Helix pomatia), in shell or shucked. HTS 0307.60.00.00 covers frozen non-sea snails, provided not smoked, cooked, or pelletized.
Salted Apple Snails
Salted Pomacea canaliculata (golden apple snails), dried or fresh-salted for Asian cuisine. HTS 0307.60.00.00 applies to salted non-sea snails, distinguishing from sea varieties.
Fresh Shucked Burgundy Snails
Freshly shucked Helix pomatia snails, chilled and ready for cooking, exported from European farms. Classified in HTS 0307.60.00.00 for shucked non-sea snails in fresh/chilled condition.
Frozen In-Shell Garden Snails
Whole frozen garden snails (Cornu aspersum) in their shells, preserved for gourmet markets. HTS 0307.60.00.00 covers frozen snails other than sea snails, in shell.