Product classification
HS code for Fashion cufflinks: 7117.11
Jewellery, imitation, cuff links and studs, of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal.
Classification of fashion cufflinks under HS 7117.11
Fashion cufflinks are classified under HS code 7117.11, which falls within Chapter 71 of the Harmonized System. This chapter covers natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, and imitation jewelry. Heading 7117 is specifically for imitation jewelry, which the Explanatory Notes define as small objects of personal adornment that do not contain precious metals or stones, except in very minor quantities or as plating. Subheading 7117.11 is restricted to cufflinks and studs made of base metals, such as copper, nickel, brass, or stainless steel. These items may be electroplated with precious metals like gold or silver to enhance their appearance, but they remain classified as imitation jewelry because the core material is a base metal. This classification is essential for distinguishing between high-value fine jewelry and mass-produced fashion accessories.
- Covers
- Base metal cufflinks
- Silver-plated brass cufflinks
- Gold-plated steel shirt studs
- Base metal tuxedo stud sets
- Also under 7117.11
- Ted Baker Cufflinks
- Hugo Boss Stud Sets
- Kenneth Cole Cufflinks
- ASOS Design Cufflinks
Codes often confused with 7117.11
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with fine jewelry cufflinks. If the cufflinks are made of solid silver, they must be classified under 7113.11. If they are made of gold or platinum, they fall under 7113.19. Additionally, if the cufflinks are made of plastic or wood (non-metal), they are classified under 7117.90. Using the base metal code 7117.11 for precious metal items is a serious compliance error.
Top exporters and importers of HS 711711 (the code used for fashion cufflinks), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 711711 (the code used for fashion cufflinks) in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Kazakhstan, with 22% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 711711, not only fashion cufflinks.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $65M 36% of world exports
- 2 China $42M 23% of world exports
- 3 Russia* ~$20M 11% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $179M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Kazakhstan $20M 22% of world imports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $6.6M 7.1% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $4.8M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $93M 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 fashion cufflinks
Brazil classifies fashion cufflinks under NCM 7117.11.00: HS 7117.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fashion cufflinks
What is the HS code for Fashion cufflinks?
The HS code for Fashion cufflinks is 711711 (Jewellery; imitation, cuff links and studs, of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal). The HS code for fashion cufflinks made of base metal (even if plated with precious metal) is 7117.11.
How do I classify Fashion cufflinks for customs?
Fashion cufflinks is classified under HS code 711711 — Jewellery; imitation, cuff links and studs, of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the cufflinks contain a small diamond?
If the cufflinks contain any natural diamond or precious stone, they can no longer be classified as imitation jewelry under 7117 and must be moved to heading 7113.
Which countries are the top exporters of fashion cufflinks (HS 711711)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 711711 (the code used for fashion cufflinks) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($65M, 36% of world exports), China ($42M) and Russia (about $20M). World exports came to about $179M, 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 fashion cufflinks (HS 711711)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 711711 (the code used for fashion cufflinks) in UN Comtrade data were Kazakhstan ($20M, 22% of world imports), Saudi Arabia ($6.6M) and the United Kingdom ($4.8M). World imports came to about $93M, 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.
Is the HS code for Fashion cufflinks the same in all countries?
The base HS code 711711 for Fashion cufflinks is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for fashion cufflinks in Brazil?
In Brazil, fashion cufflinks (HS 711711) is classified under NCM 7117.11.00.