About HS Code 710229
This HS code covers industrial diamonds that have undergone some processing beyond their raw state (like sawing, cleaving, or bruting) but are not yet mounted or set into tools or jewelry. These diamonds are critical for a wide range of industrial applications due to their extreme hardness, thermal conductivity, and wear resistance. In international trade, they are primarily imported by manufacturers of cutting tools, grinding wheels, drill bits, abrasives, and specialized machinery for industries such as mining, construction, automotive, and electronics. Exporters are diamond processing companies, often located near diamond mining regions or in major diamond trading centers. Key things to know include the diamond's size, shape, quality (e.g., clarity, color, absence of flaws), and whether it's natural or synthetic, as these factors significantly impact its suitability for specific industrial uses and its market value.
Products Under This Code
Industrial diamond grits, Diamond powder, Diamond micro-powder, Polycrystalline diamond (PCD) blanks, Diamond wire drawing dies, Diamond cutting segments, Diamond dressing tools
Real World Examples
De Beers Industrial Diamonds, Element Six PCD Blanks, Sumitomo Electric Hardmetal, Sandvik Hyperion, Kennametal Diamond Tools
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with unworked industrial diamonds (710221) if the processing stage is not accurately assessed, or with mounted industrial diamonds (8207) if they are already incorporated into tools.
Products Classified Under 7102.29
Industry
This code belongs to the Gems & Jewelry industry.
Trade Overview
Belgium, India, and the USA are major trading hubs for industrial diamonds, both as importers for processing and exporters of processed material.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 710229?
HS code 710229 covers: Diamonds; industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set. This HS code covers industrial diamonds that have undergone some processing beyond their raw state (like sawing, cleaving, or bruting) but are not yet mounted or set into tools or jewelry. These diamonds are critical for a wide range of industrial applications due to their extreme hardness, thermal conductivity, and wear resistance. In international trade, they are primarily imported by manufacturers of cutting tools, grinding wheels, drill bits, abrasives, and specialized machinery for industries such as mining, construction, automotive, and electronics. Exporters are diamond processing companies, often located near diamond mining regions or in major diamond trading centers. Key things to know include the diamond's size, shape, quality (e.g., clarity, color, absence of flaws), and whether it's natural or synthetic, as these factors significantly impact its suitability for specific industrial uses and its market value.
What products fall under HS code 710229?
Industrial diamond grits, Diamond powder, Diamond micro-powder, Polycrystalline diamond (PCD) blanks, Diamond wire drawing dies, Diamond cutting segments, Diamond dressing tools
What are common misclassifications for HS code 710229?
This code can be confused with unworked industrial diamonds (710221) if the processing stage is not accurately assessed, or with mounted industrial diamonds (8207) if they are already incorporated into tools.
How is HS code 710229 structured?
HS code 710229 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (71) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.