Sub Product
Sliced Dried Top Shell, Whole Dried Top Shell
Raw Materials
Fresh Top Shell
HS Code
050800
Last Updated
2026-06-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Dried Top Shell market coverage spans 106 countries.
- 132 exporter companies and 101 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 355 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 16 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Dried Top Shell
Analyze 355 supplier-linked transactions across the top 16 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Dried Top Shell.
Dried Top Shell Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Dried Top Shell to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Dried Top Shell: China (+794.2%), Fiji (+533.3%), Philippines (+369.9%).
Dried Top Shell Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Dried Top Shell country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Dried Top Shell transaction unit prices: Mexico (10.27 USD / kg), India (5.15 USD / kg), Fiji (3.40 USD / kg), Indonesia (3.22 USD / kg), United Arab Emirates (1.01 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | -41.0% | 185 | 4.58 USD / kg (2,711.5 kg) | 2.57 USD / kg (590.72 kg) | 2.23 USD / kg (3,672.2 kg) | 2.14 USD / kg (3,977.346 kg) | 3.62 USD / kg (662.165 kg) | 5.15 USD / kg (1,688.93 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | +98.7% | 22 | 2.61 USD / kg (43,000 kg) | - (-) | 2.58 USD / kg (47,350 kg) | 3.03 USD / kg (27,873 kg) | 3.22 USD / kg (43,346 kg) | 3.22 USD / kg (18,000 kg) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | - | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.01 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.01 USD / kg (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +73.4% | 83 | 0.80 USD / kg (674,320 kg) | 0.80 USD / kg (595,834 kg) | 0.80 USD / kg (46,957 kg) | - (-) | 0.21 USD / kg (21,691 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (11,072 kg) | ||||||
| China | +794.2% | 6 | - (-) | 6.68 USD / kg (4,800 kg) | - (-) | 0.72 USD / kg (27,363 kg) | 1.20 USD / kg (238 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Sri Lanka | -38.1% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.62 USD / kg (1,492 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Japan | -95.5% | 11 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.10 USD / kg (340,620 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (75,156 kg) | 0.18 USD / kg (102,820 kg) | 0.19 USD / kg (197,648 kg) | ||||||
| Pakistan | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | +1.3% | 26 | 12.52 USD / kg (3,021 kg) | 6.52 USD / kg (11,783.6 kg) | 14.50 USD / kg (1,069 kg) | 11.00 USD / kg (1,099 kg) | 0.65 USD / kg (13,020 kg) | 10.27 USD / kg (15,720 kg) | ||||||
| Fiji | +533.3% | 5 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.20 USD / kg (14,500 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 3.40 USD / kg (19,500 kg) |
Dried Top Shell Global Supply Chain Coverage
233 companies
132 exporters and 101 importers are mapped for Dried Top Shell.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Dried Top Shell, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Dried Top Shell Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
132 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Dried Top Shell. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Dried Top Shell Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 132 total exporter companies in the Dried Top Shell supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Dried Top Shell, Whole Dried Top Shell
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-08
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Australia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Animal ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(French Polynesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Dried Top Shell Global Exporter Coverage
132 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Dried Top Shell supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Dried Top Shell (HS Code 050800) in 2024
For Dried Top Shell in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Japan | 15,017,666 kg | 32,616,366.653 USD |
| 2 | Myanmar [Burma] | 16,041,075 kg | 12,722,272.405 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 82,316,467 kg | 8,779,545.097 USD |
| 4 | United Kingdom | 3,710,695 kg | 5,021,821.032 USD |
| 5 | Turkiye | 6,555,802 kg | 4,910,245 USD |
| 6 | India | 2,715,945.077 kg | 4,452,353.273 USD |
| 7 | Italy | 2,139,289.101 kg | 3,327,550.461 USD |
| 8 | Hong Kong | 43,058 kg | 2,891,122.686 USD |
| 9 | United States | 2,503,402 kg | 2,548,764 USD |
| 10 | Lithuania | 296,742.2 kg | 2,138,135 USD |
Dried Top Shell Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Dried Top Shell Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
101 importer companies are mapped for Dried Top Shell demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Dried Top Shell Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 101 total importer companies tracked for Dried Top Shell. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(France)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
101 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Dried Top Shell.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Dried Top Shell (HS Code 050800) in 2024
For Dried Top Shell in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hong Kong | 21,271 kg | 17,945,053.083 USD |
| 2 | United States | 2,319,888 kg | 11,562,409 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 5,216,642 kg | 6,849,608.832 USD |
| 4 | India | 2,810,561 kg | 6,027,507.524 USD |
| 5 | Italy | 6,308,563.305 kg | 3,845,979.193 USD |
| 6 | South Korea | 6,936,460.558 kg | 3,833,320 USD |
| 7 | Germany | 8,627,753.507 kg | 3,541,102.924 USD |
| 8 | Romania | 515,573.465 kg | 3,468,919.96 USD |
| 9 | United Kingdom | 5,949,489.671 kg | 3,231,516.974 USD |
| 10 | Canada | 2,252,121.189 kg | 2,045,332.45 USD |
Dried Top Shell Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Dried Top Shell
Dried Top Shell Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Dried Top Shell wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Dried Top Shell wholesale unit prices: South Korea (3.77 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Korea | - | - | - | 4.21 USD / kg | 2.92 USD / kg | 3.77 USD / kg |
Dried Top Shell Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Dried Top Shell wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 3.74 USD / kg | 1.64 USD / kg | 7.47 USD / kg | +30.9% |
Latest Dried Top Shell Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Dried Top Shell wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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|---|---|---|---|
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried
Industry PositionProcessed Seafood Product
Market
Dried top shell is a niche dried seafood product made from turban/top shell sea snails (commonly referred to as spiny top shell/sazae-type products in Northeast Asia). Primary supply is associated with coastal fisheries in the Northwest Pacific (notably Japan and South Korea), with related turban shell species distributed along parts of the China–Korea–Japan coastal region. International trade visibility is limited because many shipments are reported under broader customs headings for “molluscs… dried, salted or in brine” rather than species-specific categories. The dried format enables longer-distance distribution but creates strong quality dependence on moisture control, hygiene, and contamination prevention during drying, packing, and storage.
Major Producing Countries
- JapanEstablished coastal fishery product (often marketed as sazae/turban shell in Japanese food culture); production and seasonality can be highly local by prefecture and gear type.
- South KoreaDocumented fishery and stock-assessment focus for spiny top shell (Batillus/Turbo (Batillus) cornutus group), including Jeju coastal waters.
- ChinaNorthwest Pacific coastal distribution is reported for horned/spiny top shell taxa used in fisheries and seafood markets; official trade statistics are typically aggregated under broader mollusc codes.
Specification
Major VarietiesBatillus cornutus (spiny top shell; also referenced as Turbo (Batillus) cornutus in parts of the literature), Turbo sazae (sazae; Japan/Korea turban shell complex), Turbo cornutus (legacy/overlapping name used in some references for horned turban shell)
Physical Attributes
- Edible portion is a muscular gastropod foot with naturally firm texture; product is commonly sold whole (in-shell or shelled, depending on market) and dried for shelf stability.
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture reduction and moisture re-absorption control are central commercial stability parameters for dried seafood; elevated humidity during storage increases spoilage risk.
Grades
- Buyer specifications commonly emphasize cleanliness (sand/shell fragment control), uniform drying, and odor/appearance acceptability under hygienic practice expectations for fishery products.
Packaging
- Moisture-barrier sealed packaging (retail packs) and lined cartons (bulk) are used to reduce humidity uptake during distribution.
ProcessingRehydration performance and texture after soaking/simmering are key quality attributes for culinary use; saltiness varies when brining/salting is used before drying.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Coastal harvest (diving/gear) -> landing and sorting -> washing -> heat treatment (blanch/boil to aid cleaning and shucking) -> shell removal (where applicable) -> drying (sun or hot-air) -> sorting/defect removal -> moisture-protective packing -> wholesale distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Traditional consumption in Northeast Asian cuisines and diaspora markets
- Preference for shelf-stable seafood ingredients suitable for soups, stews, and grilled/seasoned preparations after rehydration
Temperature
- Primary stability depends more on dryness and humidity control than refrigeration; cool, dry storage and protection from heat/humidity reduce quality loss and spoilage risk.
- If marketed as semi-dried or once rehydrated/opened, cold storage practices become more important to limit microbial growth.
Shelf Life
- Compared with fresh top shell, the dried form has substantially extended shelf life when adequately dried and kept moisture-protected; moisture uptake can lead to mold growth, off-odors, and texture defects.
Risks
Wild Capture Supply Variability HighDried top shell supply is closely tied to localized coastal stocks of turban/top shell sea snails; weather shocks, ecosystem change, or fishery restrictions following stock concerns can rapidly reduce raw material availability and disrupt processors and traders.Contract for multi-origin supply where feasible, require harvest-area traceability, and prioritize suppliers operating under documented fishery management or monitored harvest controls.
Food Safety MediumAs a fishery product, dried top shell faces hazards linked to hygiene failures (contamination during handling/drying) and chemical hazards typical of marine foods (e.g., environmental contaminants). Poor drying or poor storage can also enable microbial growth and mold.Implement HACCP-based controls per Codex guidance; verify drying effectiveness, sanitation, foreign-matter control, and supplier monitoring programs.
Quality Degradation MediumHumidity exposure during storage and transit can cause moisture uptake, texture deterioration, off-odors, and visible mold, leading to elevated rejection risk in import inspection and buyer QA.Use moisture-barrier packaging, desiccant/liner practices where appropriate, and humidity-controlled warehousing with routine moisture/condition checks.
Regulatory Compliance MediumSpecies-level identification can be weak in customs reporting when shipments are declared under broad HS mollusc headings; misclassification or insufficient documentation can increase clearance delays or enforcement risk, especially where products are re-exported through hubs.Maintain consistent product descriptions, scientific/market names on documentation where required, and align HS classification rationale with importer/broker guidance.
Sustainability
- Wild-capture dependence and localized stock depletion risk in coastal fisheries without effective management
- Coastal habitat change (warming, storms, and nearshore ecosystem shifts) affecting gastropod recruitment and availability
- Traceability challenges when traded under broad mollusc categories rather than species-specific reporting
Labor & Social
- Occupational safety risk in dive-based or nearshore harvest work (including small-scale fisheries contexts)
- IUU/traceability concerns in mixed-species dried seafood supply chains and re-export hubs
FAQ
Which HS heading commonly covers dried top shell products in trade statistics?Dried top shell is typically captured within HS heading 0307, which covers molluscs (including sea snails) that are live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine, or smoked. This broad heading can reduce species-level visibility in official trade data.
Why is moisture control a key quality factor for dried top shell?Drying preserves seafood by removing moisture and creating conditions that are less favorable for microbial growth. If the product absorbs moisture again during storage or transit, spoilage risks increase (including mold and off-odors), which can lead to buyer rejection or import issues.
Where is top shell (spiny/horned turban shell complex) most associated with harvesting and consumption?It is strongly associated with Northeast Asian coastal fisheries and cuisines, especially Japan and South Korea, with related horned/spiny top shell taxa distributed in the Northwest Pacific region that includes parts of coastal China.
Sources
Dried Top Shell Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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Indonesia
Vietnam
China
Sri Lanka
United States
Australia
Japan
Hong Kong
France
Netherlands
Myanmar [Burma]
Philippines
All country market pages: Indonesia, Vietnam, China, Sri Lanka, United States, Australia, Japan, Hong Kong, France, Netherlands, Myanmar [Burma], Philippines, India, Italy, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Czechia, Tunisia, Turkiye, South Korea, Germany, Lithuania, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Canada, Belgium, Morocco, United Arab Emirates, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Spain, Poland, Tanzania, Denmark, Switzerland, Slovakia, Portugal, Ukraine, Austria, Madagascar, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Mexico, Bulgaria, Brazil, Norway, Ireland, Malaysia, Sweden, Greece, Croatia, Burkina Faso, Fiji, Singapore, South Africa, Chile, Kazakhstan, Mozambique, Kenya, Uzbekistan, Hungary, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Barbados, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Colombia, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, Gambia, Guatemala, Honduras, Iran, Iceland, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Namibia, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Panama, Peru, Pakistan, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Slovenia, Swaziland, Uganda, Zambia
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Sub products: Sliced Dried Top Shell, Whole Dried Top Shell
Raw materials: Fresh Top Shell
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