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Sea Scallops: export from Canada to Southeast Asia

Scallops are bought on count size (the number per unit weight) and on whether the product is dry or treated. That second distinction is the one that decides quality perception, and it is where buyers get caught.

Dry scallops are unadditised. Treated scallops have been soaked in a phosphate solution, which adds water weight and changes cooking behaviour: they release liquid in the pan and will not sear properly. A treated scallop is cheaper per kilogram and more expensive per portion, and a chef notices immediately.

Canadian sea scallops from the Atlantic are a premium product internationally, harvested on a managed fishery. Specify count size, dry or treated, and IQF or block frozen. For foodservice buyers, dry and IQF at a stated count is usually the specification worth paying for.

As with other Canadian seafood, confirm the destination's establishment and consignment requirements before planning a first shipment rather than after.

Canadian export requirements

HS classification
0307.22 (Scallops of the family Pectinidae) frozen (live, fresh or chilled falls in 0307.21)
CFIA certificates
Certificate of Origin and Hygiene (CFIA/ACIA 5003)

Six-market position

MarketMFN dutyPreferentialRegistration category
Vietnam3%Free (CPTPP)On request
ThailandOn requestNone: no agreement in forceOn request
Philippines10%None: no agreement in forceOn request
Indonesia5%None: CEPA signed, not in forceOn request
MalaysiaFreeFree (CPTPP)On request
SingaporeFreeFree (CPTPP)On request

MFN duty is the destination's applied general rate for this tariff line. Preferential is the rate under an agreement in force between Canada and that market.

Both are customs duty only: destination excise, value-added tax and local levies are additional and are not shown here.

Available on request: send your specification and destination and we'll confirm within five working days.

Commercial terms

Producing provinces
Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador
Seasonality
Managed fishery with defined seasons
Pack formats
IQF frozen cartons, Block frozen cartons
Container configuration
On request
Indicative MOQ
On request

Common questions

What is the HS code for sea scallops?
0307.22 (Scallops of the family Pectinidae) frozen (live, fresh or chilled falls in 0307.21). This was read from Canada Border Services Agency on 2026-09-01. The first six digits are the same in every country that uses the Harmonised System; digits beyond that are set by the destination.
What is the import duty on Canadian sea scallops in Vietnam?
The most-favoured-nation rate Vietnam applies is 3%. Preferential treatment: Free (CPTPP). This was read from Government of Canada, BDC and EDC on 2026-09-01. Duty is one line of a landed cost, and registration and certification usually cost more than it does.
What is the import duty on Canadian sea scallops in the Philippines?
The most-favoured-nation rate the Philippines applies is 10%. Preferential treatment: None: no agreement in force. Duty is one line of a landed cost, and registration and certification usually cost more than it does.
What is the import duty on Canadian sea scallops in Indonesia?
The most-favoured-nation rate Indonesia applies is 5%. Preferential treatment: None: CEPA signed, not in force. Duty is one line of a landed cost, and registration and certification usually cost more than it does.
What is the import duty on Canadian sea scallops in Malaysia?
The most-favoured-nation rate Malaysia applies is Free. Preferential treatment: Free (CPTPP). Duty is one line of a landed cost, and registration and certification usually cost more than it does.
What is the import duty on Canadian sea scallops in Singapore?
The most-favoured-nation rate Singapore applies is Free. Preferential treatment: Free (CPTPP). Duty is one line of a landed cost, and registration and certification usually cost more than it does.

Sources

Last reviewed: September 1, 2026