HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7105.90 – Stones; precious and semi-precious, dust and powder, of natural or synthetic precious or semi-precious stones, excluding diamonds
HS code 7105.90 is the 6-digit subheading for stones, precious and semi-precious, dust and powder, of natural or synthetic precious or semi-precious stones, excluding diamonds. It is used for ruby powder, sapphire powder, emerald dust, garnet abrasive powder and topaz powder.
What HS 7105.90 covers
This category encompasses the dust and powder derived from a wide array of precious and semi-precious stones, both natural and synthetic, excluding diamonds. These materials are vital in various industrial applications, including specialized abrasives, polishing compounds for optics and electronics, and as pigments or fillers in high-tech ceramics and paints. Countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities, particularly in optics, jewelry finishing, and electronics, are primary importers. Exporters often include nations rich in specific mineral deposits or those with sophisticated stone processing industries. Understanding the specific mineral composition and particle size is crucial for trade, as different stones offer unique properties for industrial use. The market is niche but essential for precision manufacturing, where the hardness and specific crystalline structures of these powders provide superior performance compared to conventional abrasives. This trade underscores the diverse industrial applications of gemstones beyond their aesthetic appeal.
- Covers
- Ruby powder
- Sapphire powder
- Emerald dust
- Garnet abrasive powder
- Topaz powder
- Quartz powder
- Synthetic corundum powder
- Zirconia powder
- Examples
- 3M abrasives (using garnet)
- Saint-Gobain (specialty abrasives)
- Washington Mills (fused alumina)
- Fujimi Corporation (polishing slurries)
- Engis Corporation
Codes often confused with 7105.90
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 7103 (Precious or semi-precious stones, unset) if the material's form as dust/powder is overlooked, or with 2513 (Pumice stone, emery, natural corundum) if the specific precious/semi-precious nature is not identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 710590, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 710590 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 23% 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 United States $1.6M 34% of world exports
- 2 China $850K 18% of world exports
- 3 Austria $428K 9.1% of world exports
World total: $4.7M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $2.2M 23% of world imports
- 2 Türkiye $2.0M 22% of world imports
- 3 United States $772K 8.2% of world imports
World total: $9.4M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 7105.90
Brazil does not split HS 7105.90: its NCM code is 7105.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 71.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7105.90
What is HS code 710590?
HS code 710590 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Stones; precious and semi-precious, dust and powder, of natural or synthetic precious or semi-precious stones, excluding diamonds. This category encompasses the dust and powder derived from a wide array of precious and semi-precious stones, both natural and synthetic, excluding diamonds. These materials are vital in various industrial applications, including specialized abrasives, polishing compounds for optics and electronics, and as pigments or fillers in high-tech ceramics and paints. Countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities, particularly in optics, jewelry finishing, and electronics, are primary importers. Exporters often include nations rich in specific mineral deposits or those with sophisticated stone processing industries. Understanding the specific mineral composition and particle size is crucial for trade, as different stones offer unique properties for industrial use. The market is niche but essential for precision manufacturing, where the hardness and specific crystalline structures of these powders provide superior performance compared to conventional abrasives. This trade underscores the diverse industrial applications of gemstones beyond their aesthetic appeal.
What products fall under HS code 710590?
Ruby powder, sapphire powder, emerald dust, garnet abrasive powder, topaz powder, quartz powder, synthetic corundum powder, zirconia powder
What are common misclassifications for HS code 710590?
This code can be confused with 7103 (Precious or semi-precious stones, unset) if the material's form as dust/powder is overlooked, or with 2513 (Pumice stone, emery, natural corundum) if the specific precious/semi-precious nature is not identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 710590?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 710590 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.6M, 34% of world exports), China ($850K) and Austria ($428K). World exports came to about $4.7M, 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 710590?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 710590 in UN Comtrade data were India ($2.2M, 23% of world imports), Türkiye ($2.0M) and the United States ($772K). World imports came to about $9.4M, 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 710590 structured?
HS code 710590 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (71) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 710590?
In Brazil, HS code 710590 is NCM 7105.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.