Top shell is not kosher according to Jewish dietary law. A shellfish with no fins or scales, so top shell is not kosher (Leviticus 11:9-12).

What is the scientific name of Top shell?

The scientific name of Top shell is Trochidae.

Does Top shell have fins and scales?

Top shell does not meet the requirement of having both fins and removable scales. Leviticus 11:9-12 requires fish to have both fins and scales to be considered kosher.

Can I eat Top shell sushi or sashimi?

No. Since Top shell is not kosher, it should not be consumed in any preparation, including sushi or sashimi.

Where can I find more information about whether Top shell is kosher?

KosherFish.co references the Orthodox Union (OU) and Chabad lists of kosher and non-kosher fish. For specific halachic questions, consult your local Orthodox rabbi.

Top shell

Trochidae

Not Kosher

No fins or scales

Fins No

Scales No

Description

Some top shell species are eaten as sea snails, boiled or grilled, in parts of Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean. The shells are also valued for their pearly interior.

Top shells are cone-shaped sea snails that graze algae on rocks and reefs in the intertidal and shallow waters of coastlines worldwide.

Top shell in foreign languages

Scientific	Trochidae
Hebrew	גלגליים
Arabic	نهيد البحر
German	Kreiselschnecken
Russian	Волчки
Chinese	钟螺科
Japanese	ニシキウズガイ科

Warnings & Kosher Issues

A top shell is a shellfish (a sea snail), so it is not kosher.