Sub Product
Frozen Farmed Snail, Frozen Snail Meat, Frozen Whole Snail, Frozen Wild Snail
HS Code
030792
Last Updated
2026-06-04
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Snail market coverage spans 105 countries.
- 273 exporter companies and 423 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,415 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 16 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-04.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Snail
Analyze 1,415 supplier-linked transactions across the top 16 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Snail.
Frozen Snail Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Frozen Snail: Myanmar [Burma] (+221.5%), United States (+130.9%), United Kingdom (+36.0%).
Frozen Snail Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Frozen Snail country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Frozen Snail transaction unit prices: Japan (19.83 USD / kg), France (7.27 USD / kg), Mexico (6.66 USD / kg), China (4.81 USD / kg), Vietnam (3.97 USD / kg), 2 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | -6.1% | 88 | 5.11 USD / kg (118,165 kg) | 5.22 USD / kg (102,165 kg) | 4.88 USD / kg (115,936 kg) | 4.97 USD / kg (48,813 kg) | 5.00 USD / kg (43,426 kg) | 4.81 USD / kg (195,477 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -6.3% | 753 | 3.81 USD / kg (80,708.88 kg) | 4.35 USD / kg (188,844.424 kg) | 4.29 USD / kg (182,694.967 kg) | 4.02 USD / kg (219,410.557 kg) | 4.61 USD / kg (186,762.789 kg) | 3.97 USD / kg (169,555.699 kg) | ||||||
| India | -17.2% | 206 | 1.61 USD / kg (205,870 kg) | 1.95 USD / kg (183,410 kg) | 2.01 USD / kg (45,936 kg) | 1.60 USD / kg (43,349.528 kg) | 1.87 USD / kg (53,790 kg) | 2.15 USD / kg (399,180 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | -28.3% | 83 | 1.60 USD / kg (11,798 kg) | 3.17 USD / kg (60,074.6 kg) | 3.73 USD / kg (47,907.56 kg) | 2.94 USD / kg (10,074 kg) | 1.22 USD / kg (6,507 kg) | 3.42 USD / kg (52,720 kg) | ||||||
| Nigeria | - | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.78 USD / kg (5,970 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | +4.3% | 120 | 7.49 USD / kg (26,370 kg) | 7.40 USD / kg (115,385.3 kg) | 6.98 USD / kg (58,071.89 kg) | 8.25 USD / kg (5,823 kg) | 7.52 USD / kg (4,129.22 kg) | 6.66 USD / kg (125,691.51 kg) | ||||||
| Japan | +8.3% | 23 | 3.54 USD / kg (144,600 kg) | 3.43 USD / kg (85,335.939 kg) | - (-) | 21.93 USD / kg (13,194 kg) | 4.36 USD / kg (16,400 kg) | 19.83 USD / kg (24,090 kg) | ||||||
| France | -28.2% | 22 | 4.10 USD / kg (4,160 kg) | - (-) | 5.15 USD / kg (-) | 5.18 USD / kg (134,426 kg) | 14.50 USD / kg (6,745.19 kg) | 7.27 USD / kg (1,420 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +130.9% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | 13.69 USD / kg (110.88 kg) | - (-) | 13.78 USD / kg (71.28 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Laos | 0.0% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.25 USD / kg (120 kg) | 5.25 USD / kg (1,512 kg) | - (-) |
Frozen Snail Global Supply Chain Coverage
696 companies
273 exporters and 423 importers are mapped for Frozen Snail.
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Frozen Snail Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
273 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Snail. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Snail Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Russia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-07
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-14
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-06
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Netherlands, United States, France, Spain, Australia, Hong Kong, Germany
Supplying Products: Frozen Snail, Frozen Common Shrimp and Prawn, Manju +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Frozen Snail Global Exporter Coverage
273 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Snail (HS Code 030792) in 2024
For Frozen Snail in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United Kingdom | 3,350,270 kg | 23,143,231.776 USD |
| 2 | South Korea | 2,334,847.305 kg | 22,696,423 USD |
| 3 | Turkiye | 1,129,311 kg | 12,907,477 USD |
| 4 | Bulgaria | 373,968 kg | 4,755,332.318 USD |
| 5 | Chile | 497,796.858 kg | 4,728,525.61 USD |
| 6 | Ireland | 542,171 kg | 3,776,639.736 USD |
| 7 | United States | 177,502 kg | 3,747,220 USD |
| 8 | Canada | 654,225 kg | 3,492,622.653 USD |
| 9 | Hong Kong | 259,834 kg | 2,317,923.884 USD |
| 10 | Japan | 286,852 kg | 2,113,151.891 USD |
Frozen Snail Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Frozen Snail Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
423 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Snail demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Snail Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(France)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-04
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-04
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
423 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Snail.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Snail (HS Code 030792) in 2024
For Frozen Snail in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 7,159,314.23 kg | 55,642,703 USD |
| 2 | Japan | 3,444,362 kg | 51,440,456.624 USD |
| 3 | United States | 1,781,258 kg | 19,297,803 USD |
| 4 | Hong Kong | 1,579,387 kg | 17,765,232.357 USD |
| 5 | Thailand | 3,103,765.261 kg | 9,006,699.02 USD |
| 6 | Portugal | 762,344 kg | 3,558,691.607 USD |
| 7 | Italy | 283,129 kg | 2,112,212.431 USD |
| 8 | Spain | 422,751.56 kg | 1,925,275.795 USD |
| 9 | Australia | 201,757.65 kg | 1,845,568.78 USD |
| 10 | Macao | 67,287 kg | 1,125,999.285 USD |
Frozen Snail Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupTerrestrial molluscs (edible snails)
Scientific NameEdible terrestrial gastropods (commonly Helix pomatia and Cornu aspersum; regional supply may also include Achatina spp.)
PerishabilityMedium (frozen form extends storage life but quality is sensitive to temperature abuse and dehydration)
Growing Conditions
- For heliciculture systems, moisture/humidity management is critical; research on Cornu aspersum notes activity in moderate temperatures with high humidity and dormancy under unfavorable conditions
- FAO notes that wild stocks in some regions face depletion pressure, encouraging development of managed production systems to replace wild gathering
Main VarietiesHelix pomatia (Roman/Burgundy snail), Cornu aspersum (garden snail; syn. Helix aspersa), Achatina spp. (giant African land snails)
Consumption Forms
- Cooked dishes (escargot-style preparations)
- Ingredient for further-processed foods (e.g., canned or ready-meal applications)
- Foodservice and specialty retail frozen packs
Grading Factors
- Species identification and labeling consistency
- Size/count and meat yield expectations
- Cleanliness and purging quality (absence of grit/foreign matter)
- Sensory quality after cooking (odor, texture)
- Sanitary quality controls (microbiological and contaminant management)
Market
Frozen land snails are a niche, internationally traded animal product typically consumed after cooking, with demand concentrated in European culinary markets. UN Comtrade (via WITS) trade reporting under HS 030760 (“snails other than sea snails”) indicates that imports are led by France, Spain, and Italy, while exports are led by Morocco and several European and Eurasian suppliers. Supply is sensitive to origin-side collection/farming variability and to strict food safety and traceability expectations in importing markets. The frozen form supports long-distance distribution but raises commercial risk if cold-chain integrity is broken or if food safety controls are inadequate.
Market GrowthStable (recent (2023–2024) trade reporting)niche market with year-to-year variability in trade flows
Major Producing Countries
- MoroccoMajor global supplier in UN Comtrade reporting for HS 030760 (WITS).
- TurkiyeConsistently among leading exporters in UN Comtrade reporting for HS 030760 (WITS).
- RomaniaImportant European supplier in UN Comtrade reporting for HS 030760 (WITS).
- UkraineNotable supplier in UN Comtrade reporting for HS 030760 (WITS).
- IndonesiaNotable exporter in UN Comtrade reporting for HS 030760 (WITS).
Major Exporting Countries
- MoroccoTop exporter by reported trade value in 2023 and 2024 for HS 030760 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- LithuaniaAmong top exporters by reported trade value in 2023 and 2024 for HS 030760 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- RomaniaAmong top exporters by reported trade value in 2023 and 2024 for HS 030760 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- UkraineAmong top exporters by reported trade value in 2023 and 2024 for HS 030760 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- TurkiyeAmong top exporters by reported trade value in 2023 and 2024 for HS 030760 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- IndonesiaAmong top exporters by reported trade value in 2024 for HS 030760 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Major Importing Countries
- FranceLargest single-country importer by reported trade value in 2023 and 2024 for HS 030760 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- SpainAmong top importers by reported trade value in 2023 and 2024 for HS 030760 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- ItalyAmong top importers by reported trade value in 2023 and 2024 for HS 030760 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- RomaniaAmong top importers by reported trade value in 2023 and 2024 for HS 030760 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- PortugalSignificant importer in UN Comtrade reporting for HS 030760 (WITS).
- United StatesNotable importer in UN Comtrade reporting for HS 030760 (WITS).
Specification
Major VarietiesHelix pomatia (Roman/Burgundy snail), Cornu aspersum (garden snail; syn. Helix aspersa), Achatina spp. (giant African land snails; regional markets)
Physical Attributes
- Sold as whole snails (in shell) or as shelled snail meat, depending on buyer specification
- Product quality is sensitive to prior purging/cleanliness and to freezing damage (dehydration/freezer burn) if poorly packed or stored
Compositional Metrics
- Buyer specifications commonly emphasize sanitary quality (e.g., microbiological status) and the absence of off-odors/off-flavors after cooking
Packaging
- Foodservice-oriented frozen packs (e.g., inner liners/bags within outer cartons) to support refrigerated/frozen distribution
- IQF-style frozen presentation or block-frozen formats may be used depending on downstream application
ProcessingTrade classifications commonly group live/fresh/chilled/frozen land snails together under HS 030760; more-prepared dishes typically fall under different HS chapters depending on preparation level
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest/collection or farm harvest (heliciculture) -> purging/cleaning -> chilling/freezing -> cold storage -> reefer transport -> importer cold store -> further preparation/cooking for foodservice or retail
Demand Drivers
- Concentrated demand in European culinary markets (notably France, Spain, Italy) reflected in UN Comtrade (WITS) import patterns for HS 030760
- Foodservice and specialty retail demand for traditional snail dishes and ingredients
Temperature
- Deep-frozen cold-chain continuity is critical; thaw/refreeze events can degrade texture, increase drip loss, and create quality and safety concerns
Shelf Life
- Frozen storage enables longer holding than fresh snails, but quality is vulnerable to dehydration/freezer burn and handling damage during distribution
Risks
Food Safety HighSnails can act as intermediate hosts for parasites (including rat lungworm, Angiostrongylus cantonensis). Foodborne illness risk is highest when snails are eaten raw or undercooked or when cross-contamination occurs during handling and preparation, which can trigger border rejections and rapid demand disruption.Source from suppliers with validated hygiene controls and documented cooking/handling instructions; apply HACCP-based controls, and emphasize thorough cooking and cross-contamination prevention in downstream handling.
Supply Concentration MediumUN Comtrade (WITS) reporting for HS 030760 shows exports concentrated among a limited set of suppliers (notably Morocco plus several European/Eurasian origins), increasing exposure to origin-specific disruptions (harvest variability, policy changes, or logistics shocks).Qualify multiple origins and maintain alternative supplier approvals for the same product specification (whole vs shelled; size/count).
Sustainability MediumWhere supply depends on wild collection, local depletion and regulatory restrictions can tighten availability and intensify traceability scrutiny in importing markets.Prioritize documented farmed/heliciculture supply where feasible; require harvest legality documentation and strengthen chain-of-custody records.
Cold Chain Integrity MediumQuality and safety risks rise if frozen snails experience temperature abuse (partial thawing and refreezing), which can damage texture and increase leakage/drip and contamination risk.Use data-logged temperature monitoring, robust packaging, and clearly defined receiving rejection criteria for temperature excursions.
Sustainability
- Overharvesting pressure on wild snail stocks in consumption regions where gathering is common (FAO highlights depletion risk in West Africa)
- Biosecurity concerns when live snails are moved across borders (invasive-species risk noted in snail-farming guidance)
Labor & Social
- Traceability challenges when supply includes informal or small-scale wild collection alongside farmed production
- Seasonal, manual labor exposure in collection and primary handling steps, requiring buyer and regulator scrutiny of hygiene and worker safety practices
FAQ
Which countries are the largest import markets for land snails in global trade?UN Comtrade data accessed via the World Bank’s WITS (HS 030760: “snails other than sea snails”) shows France and Spain as leading importers in 2023 and 2024, with Italy also among the top importing countries.
Which countries are key exporters of land snails in international trade?UN Comtrade data accessed via WITS for HS 030760 lists Morocco among the top exporters in 2023 and 2024, alongside other major exporting countries such as Lithuania, Romania, Ukraine, and Turkey.
What is the most critical food safety risk associated with snails?Public-health guidance from the U.S. CDC notes that people can become infected with rat lungworm (Angiostrongylus) by eating raw or undercooked snails. For frozen-snail trade, this elevates the importance of validated cooking practices and strict hygiene to prevent cross-contamination.
Sources
Frozen Snail Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: China, France, Spain, Morocco, Italy, South Korea, Turkiye, Lithuania, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Ukraine, United States, Czechia, Poland, United Kingdom, Hungary, Romania, Belgium, Bulgaria, Portugal, Tunisia, Egypt, Indonesia, Thailand, Greece, Ireland, Chile, Germany, India, Moldova, Japan, Netherlands, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ecuador, Taiwan, Pakistan, Singapore, Canada, Kazakhstan, Slovakia, Philippines, Switzerland, Mexico, Malaysia, Macao, Finland, Peru, Sweden, Luxembourg, Brazil, Iceland, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Norway, Sri Lanka, Qatar, Denmark, Estonia, Croatia, Panama, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Slovenia, New Zealand, Austria, Andorra, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Barbados, Bahrain, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Botswana, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Fiji, Gabon, Guatemala, Jordan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Laos, Lesotho, Latvia, Montenegro, Myanmar [Burma], Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Oman, El Salvador, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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