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HS CHAPTER 71

Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, jewellery

CHAPTER

71

Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, jewellery

Common items in this chapter

  • Gold jewellery (7113.19)
  • Silver jewellery (7113.11)
  • Diamonds — cut (7102.39)
  • Gold bullion (7108)
  • Watches with precious metal cases (7113)

Headings in this chapter (18)

Official HS 2022 four-digit headings. Each heading page lists its 6-digit subheadings with the official nomenclature texts.

Classification notes

Duty rates often 0-6.5% but high declared values trigger scrutiny. Kimberley Process certification required for rough diamonds. Hallmarking requirements vary by country. Cash declaration rules often apply to precious metals.

Frequent misclassification

Costume jewellery (base metal plated with precious metal) belongs in Chapter 71 heading 7117, not with genuine precious metal items. Watches classify under Chapter 91, not 71.

Binding tariff ruling database

If you need certainty on classification, request a binding tariff ruling from your destination country's customs authority. The link below leads to the relevant ruling database.

Binding tariff ruling database
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