What exactly is classified as live clams and cockles?

Live clams and cockles are molluscs from families such as Arcidae, Arcticidae, Cardiidae, Donacidae, Hiatellidae, Mactridae, Mesodesmatidae, Myidae, Semelidae, Solecurtidae, Solenidae, Tridacnidae and Veneridae, whether in shell or not, and are sold live, fresh or chilled.

How should live clams and cockles be stored to maintain quality?

They should be kept chilled (near 0 °C) and protected from direct sunlight, maintaining the cold chain from harvest through transport to preserve freshness.

What basic processing steps are typical for live clams and cockles before sale?

Typical steps include sorting, cleaning to remove debris, and keeping the product alive in chilled seawater or ice until it reaches the buyer.

Live Clams and Cockles

Live clams and cockles are molluscs harvested as whole animals. They are supplied live, fresh or chilled and may be sold with or without shells.

Prices, specifications and international trade for live clams and cockles under HS 030771.

Live Clams and Cockles Price

$15,707USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Live Clams and Cockles Historical Unit Values

Live clams and cockles is quoted in USD/t at USA. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Live Clams and Cockles Exports and Imports

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United States led reported live clams and cockles exports in 2025, at $96.1M.

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Live Clams and Cockles Facts and HS Code

Live clams and cockles belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030771.

Live Clams and Cockles HS Code

Product type	Raw
Form	Fresh
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Seafood — Protein and dairy
HS codes	030771
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	USA

Production & Handling

Live clams and cockles handling information covers its fresh form.

Production and Storage

Perishability	High
Temperature regime	Chilled

Uses & Risks

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Live Clams and Cockles Questions

What exactly is classified as live clams and cockles?: Live clams and cockles are molluscs from families such as Arcidae, Arcticidae, Cardiidae, Donacidae, Hiatellidae, Mactridae, Mesodesmatidae, Myidae, Semelidae, Solecurtidae, Solenidae, Tridacnidae and Veneridae, whether in shell or not, and are sold live, fresh or chilled.
How should live clams and cockles be stored to maintain quality?: They should be kept chilled (near 0 °C) and protected from direct sunlight, maintaining the cold chain from harvest through transport to preserve freshness.
What basic processing steps are typical for live clams and cockles before sale?: Typical steps include sorting, cleaning to remove debris, and keeping the product alive in chilled seawater or ice until it reaches the buyer.