Whole abalone shells MAY NOT be sold, however a person may sell a product made with abalone shells.
If you plan to make a product to sell:
- You MAY NOT use a sport harvested abalone shell
- You MAY collect a wild abalone shell, but CANNOT use a shell of an endangered species (currently black and white abalone are endangered).
You will need to check with the owner and/or entity that manages the beach or area you intend to collect wild abalone shells. When checking with the owner and/or entity you must ensure it is lawful to harvest abalone shells for commercial purposes. Likely a permit or authorization will be required in a State Park or in a Federal National Marine Sanctuary.