HS Code 7117Imitation jewellery
3 six-digit codes · Heading 17 of 18 in Chapter 71 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 7117 covers imitation jewellery, the fashion pieces made to look like fine jewellery. Use this page to choose the right subheading and to find shipment records for these goods.
“Imitation jewellery” divides three ways under heading 7117 — 711711, 711719 and 711790. Each carries its own customs description, and the exact wording below is what a classification has to match. The heading is number 17 of 18 in Chapter 71, Natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin, which runs to 55 six-digit codes in all.
Six-digit codes under heading 7117
| HS Code | Import–export description |
|---|---|
| 711711 | Jewellery; imitation, cuff links and studs, of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal |
| 711719 | Jewellery; imitation, (excluding cuff links and studs), of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal |
| 711790 | Jewellery; imitation, of other than base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal |
What HS code 7117 covers
You may also hear it called artificial jewellery, fashion jewellery or imitation jewelry (the US spelling). Some traders write HSN code 7117. They mean the same heading. It sits in Section XIV and Chapter 71, next to real pearls, stones and precious metals.
The idea is simple. Imitation jewellery looks like fine jewellery, but it is not made of precious metal at its core. A base metal piece with a thin layer of gold or silver still belongs here. Every description under this heading says "whether or not plated with precious metal".
The heading splits into subheadings by material and by type of piece:
- 711711: cuff links and studs made of base metal.
- 711719: all other imitation jewellery made of base metal, which means everything except cuff links and studs.
How to choose the right 7117 code
Work through the choice in order. Each answer narrows the list until one six-digit subheading is left.
Match the wording of the official description, not the name your buyer or seller uses. If you are still unsure, try the HS code classifier.
- First, check the main material. If the piece is base metal, go to 711711 or 711719. If it is made of anything else, use 711790.
- Next, for a base metal piece, ask if it is a cuff link or a stud. If yes, use 711711.
- If it is base metal jewellery of any other kind, use 711719.
- Plating does not change the answer. Gold or silver plating is allowed under all of these codes.
7117 vs 7113 and other jewellery headings
The most common mistake is mixing up 7117 with 7113. Heading 7117 is for imitation pieces. The deciding point is what the piece is made of, not how it looks.
Two more neighbours are worth a check. If a piece is built from real pearls or stones, read 7116 before you settle on 7117.
Reading the full heading text of each one takes a few minutes. It can save you from a wrong declaration at the border.
Imitation jewellery import and export data: buyers and suppliers
Once you know your code, you can look at who trades it. Search 7117 or one of its subheadings to see who imports and exports imitation jewellery, and which suppliers sit behind the shipments.
EximDataX shows shipment-level import and export records from official customs sources. Coverage: 43 direct customs feeds plus 184 mirror-derived countries. Named buyers and named suppliers are available in 38 of the 43 direct markets. Most markets refresh weekly and some refresh daily.
You can search by HS code to see who imports and exports a product, and book a free demo.
Related
Nearby headings in Chapter 71
- 7106Silver (including silver plated with gold or platinum); unwrought or in…3 codes
- 7107Base metals clad with silver; not further worked than semi-manufactured1 code
- 7108Gold (including gold plated with platinum) unwrought or in semi-manufactured…4 codes
- 7109Base metals or silver, clad with gold, not further worked than…1 code
- 7110Platinum; unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form8 codes
- 7111Base metals, silver or gold, clad with platinum; not further worked than…1 code
- 7112Waste and scrap of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal; other…4 codes
- 7113Jewellery articles and parts thereof, of precious metal or of metal clad with…3 codes
- 7114Articles of goldsmiths' or silversmiths' wares and parts thereof, of precious…3 codes
- 7115Articles of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal2 codes
- 7116Articles of natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones…2 codes
- 7118Coin2 codes
Who ships under 7117?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 3 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section XIV: Pearls, Precious Stones and Metals; Jewellery, chapters 71–71.
HS Code 7117: common questions
What is the HS code for imitation jewellery?
The heading then splits into 711711, 711719 and 711790.
What is HS code 711719?
It may or may not be plated with precious metal.
Which HS code is used for cuff links and studs of base metal?
Use 711711.
What goes under HS code 711790?
711790 is for imitation jewellery made of something other than base metal. Plating with precious metal does not matter for this code.
What is the difference between HS 7113 and HS 7117?
Heading 7117 covers imitation jewellery.
Does plating with gold or silver change the code?
No. The descriptions under 7117 say "whether or not plated with precious metal", so plating alone does not move a piece out of the heading.
Where can I find imitation jewellery import and export data?
Open the import data and export data pages on EximDataX and look up 7117. You can also check the buyer and supplier pages for named companies.
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