HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7103.10 – Stones; precious (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, unworked or simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted or set
HS code 7103.10 is the 6-digit subheading for stones, precious (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, unworked or simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted or set. It is used for rough emeralds, unpolished rubies, raw sapphires, unworked opals and rough aquamarines.
What HS 7103.10 covers
This HS code covers natural precious and semi-precious stones, excluding diamonds, in their raw, unworked, or minimally processed state. This includes rough emeralds, rubies, sapphires, opals, aquamarines, and various other gemstones before they undergo significant cutting, polishing, or faceting. These raw materials are primarily traded by mining companies, gemstone dealers, and specialized brokers to cutting and polishing centers worldwide. Key aspects of this trade include assessing the potential quality and size of the finished gem from the rough stone, which requires expert knowledge of crystallography and gemology. Understanding the geological origins often dictates value and unique characteristics. Ethical sourcing and fair trade practices are increasingly important, especially for stones from artisanal mining communities, driving demand for transparent supply chains. The global demand for unique and natural colored gemstones fuels this trade, with significant value added at subsequent processing stages, transforming raw beauty into finished brilliance.
- Covers
- Rough emeralds
- Unpolished rubies
- Raw sapphires
- Unworked opals
- Rough aquamarines
- Raw amethysts
- Unshaped garnets
- Rough tourmalines
- Examples
- Muzo emerald roughs
- Mogok ruby roughs
- Kashmir sapphire roughs
- Lightning Ridge opal roughs
Codes often confused with 7103.10
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 710391 or 710399 if the stones have undergone more than simple sawing or rough shaping, or with 710429 if they are synthetic.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 710310, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 710310 in UN Comtrade data was Zambia, with about 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 40% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Zambia* ~$247M 21% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Hong Kong $196M 16% of world exports
- 3 Singapore $157M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $494M 40% of world imports
- 2 China $226M 18% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $188M 15% of world imports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 7103.10
Brazil does not split HS 7103.10: its NCM code is 7103.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 71.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7103.10
What is HS code 710310?
HS code 710310 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Stones; precious (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, unworked or simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted or set. This HS code covers natural precious and semi-precious stones, excluding diamonds, in their raw, unworked, or minimally processed state. This includes rough emeralds, rubies, sapphires, opals, aquamarines, and various other gemstones before they undergo significant cutting, polishing, or faceting. These raw materials are primarily traded by mining companies, gemstone dealers, and specialized brokers to cutting and polishing centers worldwide. Key aspects of this trade include assessing the potential quality and size of the finished gem from the rough stone, which requires expert knowledge of crystallography and gemology. Understanding the geological origins often dictates value and unique characteristics. Ethical sourcing and fair trade practices are increasingly important, especially for stones from artisanal mining communities, driving demand for transparent supply chains. The global demand for unique and natural colored gemstones fuels this trade, with significant value added at subsequent processing stages, transforming raw beauty into finished brilliance.
What products fall under HS code 710310?
Rough emeralds, unpolished rubies, raw sapphires, unworked opals, rough aquamarines, raw amethysts, unshaped garnets, rough tourmalines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 710310?
This code might be confused with 710391 or 710399 if the stones have undergone more than simple sawing or rough shaping, or with 710429 if they are synthetic.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 710310?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 710310 in UN Comtrade data were Zambia (about $247M, 21% of world exports), Hong Kong ($196M) and Singapore ($157M). World exports came to about $1.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 710310?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 710310 in UN Comtrade data were India ($494M, 40% of world imports), China ($226M) and Thailand ($188M). World imports came to about $1.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 710310 structured?
HS code 710310 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (71) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 710310?
In Brazil, HS code 710310 is NCM 7103.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.