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HS Code Candidates for Handmade Jewelry

Use this page to prepare candidate HS headings, product facts, material and function variants, invoice descriptions, ecommerce catalog fields, and risk flags before official review.

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Answer summary

Product facts to verify

Main material and fiber or chemical composition
Construction: knitted, woven, molded, assembled
Function and intended use
Whether it includes electronics, battery, magnets, leather, or textile
Country of origin and destination market

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Source note

Candidates are preparation aids only. Verify final code in USITC HTS, EU TARIC, or the destination tariff database before filing.

Last reviewed

2026-08-02

Candidate headings table

Review candidates

The table below lists candidate HS headings for handmade jewelry. Each row is a starting point, not a final classification; verify in the destination tariff database before filing.

Code	Heading	Use when
`7113`	Articles of jewelry and parts thereof, of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal	Jewelry made of gold, silver, platinum, or metal clad with precious metal, regardless of whether stones are set.
`7117`	Imitation jewelry	Costume jewelry made of base metal, stainless steel, resin, glass, plastic, leather, or other non-precious materials.
`7117.11`	Cuff links and studs	Cuff links, shirt studs, and similar men’s fasteners of base metal.
`7117.19`	Other imitation jewelry of base metal	Stainless steel, brass, copper, or alloy necklaces, bracelets, and earrings without precious metal content.
`7117.90`	Imitation jewelry of other materials	Beaded, resin, glass, plastic, or leather jewelry not of base metal.

National extensions after the 6-digit heading vary by destination market. Verify the full national code in USITC HTS, EU TARIC, or UK Trade Tariff before filing.

Decision tree

How to classify handmade jewelry

Step 1: Identify metal content

Precious metal (gold, silver, platinum) vs base metal (stainless steel, brass, copper) vs other material (resin, glass, leather).

Step 2: Pick the heading

7113 for precious metal jewelry; 7117 for imitation jewelry.

Step 3: Apply the national extension

Open USITC HTS, EU TARIC, or UK Trade Tariff and confirm the 10-digit code.

Step 4: Check children and material rules

Verify nickel release, lead content, and children’s jewelry rules for the destination.

Step 5: Document on the invoice

Use a strong description: material + function + size. Avoid generic words such as jewelry, accessory, gift.

Step 6: Save the classification note

Write a short note explaining metal content, function, candidate code, origin, and any hallmark considered.

Material variants

How material changes the code

Material	Typical heading	Notes
Sterling silver (925)	7113	Solid sterling silver qualifies as precious metal jewelry; verify hallmark and origin.
Gold or gold-plated	7113	Solid gold or metal clad with gold; verify whether the product is solid or plated for tariff purposes.
Stainless steel	7117.19	Most modern men’s and unisex jewelry; classified as imitation jewelry of base metal.
Brass or copper alloy	7117.19	Common base metal for costume jewelry; verify nickel-release rules for the destination.
Resin, acrylic, or plastic	7117.90	Lightweight costume jewelry; classified with imitation jewelry of other materials.
Leather or textile cord with metal charm	7117.90 / 7117.19	Bracelet or necklace with mixed materials; essential character analysis may apply.

Function and use-case variants

How function changes the code

Function	Typical heading	Notes
Necklace or pendant	7113 / 7117	Material drives the heading: precious metal vs imitation.
Ring or band	7113 / 7117	Same split as necklace; precious metal rings qualify under 7113 if the metal is solid precious metal.
Earrings	7113 / 7117	Precious metal earrings fall under 7113; base metal or other materials fall under 7117.
Bracelet or bangle	7113 / 7117	Same split as ring; verify the metal content for the heading choice.
Body jewelry	7117	Most body jewelry is base metal or imitation; verify destination rules on piercing jewelry materials.
Charm or bead	7113 / 7117	Charms and beads follow the same precious vs imitation split; verify the metal content.

Risk flags

Source-check required

Flag	Impact on classification	Where to verify
Precious metal vs imitation split	A wrong split shifts the heading from 7113 to 7117 and changes the duty band.	HS explanatory notes for chapters 71 and 71.17.
Nickel release	Some destinations restrict nickel release from jewelry in prolonged skin contact.	EU REACH, destination consumer safety rules.
Lead content	Some destinations restrict lead content in jewelry, especially children’s jewelry.	US CPSIA, EU REACH, destination consumer safety rules.
Children jewelry restrictions	Children’s jewelry has stricter material, size, and labeling requirements in many destinations.	US CPSIA, EU GPSR, destination consumer safety rules.
Country of origin	Section 301 additional tariff may apply on top of base duty for China-origin jewelry.	USTR Section 301 list, USITC HTS.
Hallmark and stamping rules	Some destinations require precious metal hallmarks and stamping on imported jewelry.	Destination hallmarking rules, assay office guidance.

Risk flags signal the need for official review before the candidate code is used on customs documents.

Invoice description examples

Strong descriptions

Strong invoice descriptions include material, function, product type, and key components (battery, electronics, magnet, leather, textile). Avoid generic words such as gift, sample, accessory, or product. The descriptions below are examples only, not final classifications.

Stainless steel pendant necklace, 45 cm chain, base metal jewelry
Sterling silver ring, 925 hallmark, women’s band, precious metal jewelry
Glass beaded bracelet, stretch band, imitation jewelry
Resin drop earrings, 4 cm, lightweight, imitation jewelry
Leather wrap bracelet with stainless steel clasp, imitation jewelry
Brass charm pendant, 3 cm, base metal jewelry

Use these descriptions on the commercial invoice line item, with the candidate HS code and country of origin declared per line.

Ecommerce catalog fields

Shopify, WooCommerce, and CSV fields to check

Before labels and invoices are generated, prepare these fields in your ecommerce catalog. The CSV Catalog Checker scans Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, or custom CSV exports for missing customs fields locally in your browser.

Field	Why it matters
SKU	Stable identifier; survives product title edits; maps catalog row to invoice line.
Product title	Marketing label; should match but not replace the customs description.
Material (sterling silver / gold / stainless steel / brass / resin / leather)	Drives the 7113 vs 7117 split; material must be on the invoice.
Hallmark or metal content	Verifies precious metal vs imitation; required for 7113 classification.
Function (necklace / ring / earring / bracelet / body jewelry / charm)	Drives the function column on the invoice and supports the candidate heading.
Children or adult use	Boolean flag; drives stricter material and labeling rules for children’s jewelry.
Country of origin	Drives Section 301 additional tariff and destination hallmark rules.
Candidate HS code	Working candidate from the AI HS Code Finder; never a final classification.
Customs description	Strong description (material + function + size) used on the commercial invoice.
Unit value and currency	Customs value input; affects duty base, de minimis treatment, and hallmark rules.
Quantity per inner pack / case	Supports packing list cross-check and weight validation.
Destination market	Pick the correct national tariff database for verification (USITC HTS, EU TARIC, UK Trade Tariff).

Pair this with the Commercial Invoice Generator, the HS Code Finder, and the CSV Catalog Checker.

Worked example

Worked example: classifying a $12 stainless steel pendant necklace

Scenario: A jewelry merchant lists a 45 cm stainless steel pendant necklace at a unit value of $12, FOB Yiwu, MOQ 200 units, sold to US buyers. The merchant needs a candidate HS code and a commercial invoice draft.

Step 1: identify the product facts. Material is stainless steel (base metal); function is pendant necklace; size is 45 cm chain; no precious metal content; adult use.
Step 2: pick the closest candidate heading. Stainless steel pendant necklaces are imitation jewelry of base metal, falling under 7117.19. The merchant uses 7117.19 as a working candidate and verifies the national extension in USITC HTS.
Step 3: confirm the metal content. The description "stainless steel pendant necklace, 45 cm chain, base metal jewelry" matches the candidate; no chapter shift is expected.
Step 4: confirm origin and additional tariff. Origin is China; the merchant checks the USTR Section 301 list for the current rate on 7117.19.
Step 5: write the invoice description. Use "stainless steel pendant necklace, 45 cm chain, base metal jewelry" so the description matches the candidate.
Step 6: document the basis. Keep a short note: material stainless steel, function pendant necklace, candidate 7117.19, country of origin China.

Final classification depends on product facts, destination tariff rules, and official review. The candidate is preparation aid only.

Common mistakes

What to avoid

Classifying stainless steel jewelry as precious metal jewelry without verifying the metal.
Treating a 925 silver plated item as solid sterling silver without verifying the hallmark.
Forgetting nickel release and lead content rules for the destination.
Treating the heading number as final without verifying the national extension.
Missing Section 301 additional tariff for China-origin jewelry.
Reusing one HS code across precious metal and base metal jewelry.
Ignoring children’s jewelry rules for kids’ SKUs.

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Editorial

About this category page

Written by the TariffCatalog Editorial Team. Maintained by Ryan Cole and reviewed for candidate-only customs-data workflow clarity.

This page follows TariffCatalog's methodology for candidate-only classification, estimate-only calculators, and document draft workflows. Candidates are preparation aids, not binding classifications.

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Maintainer

Reviewed by Ryan Cole

Ryan Cole maintains TariffCatalog from the perspective of a long-time ecommerce operator with 15+ years of experience in product catalog, international shipping, and pre-shipment data workflows. This page is reviewed for candidate-only HS code preparation, source-check clarity, and estimate-only or candidate-only wording.

TariffCatalog is a preparation aid, not a customs broker, legal, tax, or freight-forwarding service. Verify final classifications, rates, documents, and filing treatment with official sources or qualified professionals.

Last reviewed: August 2026 · Maintainer entity: Ryan Cole · Source policy: verified against official customs and tariff sources

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FAQ

Common questions

Are these HS code candidates binding?

No. The headings on this page are candidates, preparation aids based on common product facts. Final classification depends on metal content, function, destination tariff rules, and any binding ruling in effect. Verify the final code in USITC HTS, EU TARIC, UK Trade Tariff, or the destination tariff database before filing.

Why does metal content change the HS code for jewelry?

HS classification for jewelry splits precious metal jewelry (7113) from imitation jewelry (7117). The split drives the duty band and the destination hallmark rules. A solid sterling silver ring falls under 7113; a stainless steel ring falls under 7117. The split is driven by the metal content, not the visual appearance.

What changes when jewelry is gold-plated vs solid gold?

A gold-plated item is not solid gold for HS purposes; it usually classifies as imitation jewelry of base metal under 7117, unless the plating qualifies as metal clad with precious metal under specific rules. The classification depends on the destination tariff and the thickness of the plating. Verify before quoting.

Why does nickel release matter?

Some destinations restrict nickel release from jewelry in prolonged skin contact (e.g., EU REACH). The rule applies to base metal jewelry that touches skin. Verify the destination rule and the test method before quoting. The HS code does not change, but the import may be refused if the rule is not met.

Do jewelry items need HS codes on the commercial invoice?

Most courier, freight, and broker channels expect an HS code candidate on the commercial invoice. Postal channels may clear on a CN22 or CN23 without a full code. Even when the channel does not require a code, including a candidate speeds up clearance and supports duty and tax review.

Should precious metal and imitation jewelry be classified separately?

Yes. Precious metal and imitation jewelry fall under different heading families: 7113 vs 7117. The split drives the duty band and the hallmark requirements. Always classify by metal content, not by brand positioning or price.

Can I bulk-assign one HS code to my jewelry catalog?

It depends on the variants. Items that share metal content, function, and origin can share one candidate. Items that change metal (sterling silver vs stainless steel) or function (ring vs earring) usually need a different candidate. The CSV Catalog Checker flags these patterns in bulk.

When should I ask a broker or assay specialist?

Ask a licensed broker or assay specialist when the product is regulated (precious metal, children’s jewelry), high-value, or ambiguous in classification. A hallmark check and a written opinion can pay back many times over for a catalog that ships the same jewelry family across many orders.

Last reviewed: 2026-08-02

Disclaimer

TariffCatalog provides candidate HS code suggestions, estimate-only calculators, and document drafts. Verify final classifications, duty rates, document requirements, and filing obligations with official sources, carriers, brokers, or destination authorities before filing or shipping.

Candidate headings on this page are preparation aids, not binding classifications. Final classification depends on exact product facts and the destination tariff rules in effect on the entry date.