Product classification
HS code for Glass rhinestones: 7018.10
Glass, beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares.
Classification of glass rhinestones under HS 7018.10
Glass rhinestones are classified under HS code 7018.10. This heading covers glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones, and similar glass smallwares. Rhinestones, which are faceted glass components designed to mimic the appearance of diamonds or other gemstones, fit into the "imitation precious or semi-precious stones" description. This classification is part of Chapter 70 (Glass). It is important to note that this code applies to the rhinestones as individual components or loose stones. The classification is based on the material (glass) and the form (imitation stone). These items are often backed with a reflective metal foil to enhance brilliance, but they remain classified here as long as they are not set in precious metals or incorporated into finished jewelry. The 7018.10 code is used by manufacturers and craft suppliers who trade these items as raw materials for garment decoration, accessories, or jewelry making.
- Covers
- Loose glass rhinestones
- Chatons (pointed back glass stones)
- Flat-back glass rhinestones
- Hot-fix glass stones (with glue backing)
- Glass imitation emeralds and rubies
- Faceted glass crystals for decoration
- Also under 7018.10
- Swarovski crystal beads
- Preciosa glass beads
- Murano glass beads
- Czech glass beads
Codes often confused with 7018.10
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is heading 7117, which covers imitation jewelry. If the rhinestones are already set into a metal base or strung into a finished necklace, they move to 7117. Another error is 7104, which covers synthetic or reconstructed precious stones; however, 7104 is for stones with the same chemical composition as natural stones (like cubic zirconia), whereas 7018 is for glass imitations. Plastic rhinestones are also misclassified here; they belong in Chapter 39.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701810 (the code used for glass rhinestones), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701810 (the code used for glass rhinestones) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 80% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 14% 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 701810, not only glass rhinestones.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.1B 80% of world exports
- 2 Czechia $91M 6.5% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $29M 2.1% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $119M 14% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$117M 14% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $66M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $849M 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 codes for glass rhinestones
Brazil splits HS 7018.10 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 7018.10.10Glass beads
- 7018.10.20Glass imitation pearls and gemstones
- 7018.10.90Other similar glass smallwares
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about glass rhinestones
What is the HS code for Glass rhinestones?
The HS code for Glass rhinestones is 701810 (Glass; beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares). The HS code for loose glass rhinestones and imitation precious stones is 7018.10.
How do I classify Glass rhinestones for customs?
Glass rhinestones is classified under HS code 701810 — Glass; beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are plastic rhinestones under this code?
No, rhinestones made of plastics or acrylics are classified under HS code 3926.90, as 7018.10 is strictly for glass materials.
Which countries are the top exporters of glass rhinestones (HS 701810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701810 (the code used for glass rhinestones) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 80% of world exports), Czechia ($91M) and Hong Kong ($29M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 glass rhinestones (HS 701810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701810 (the code used for glass rhinestones) in UN Comtrade data were India ($119M, 14% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $117M) and the United States ($66M). World imports came to about $849M, 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 Glass rhinestones the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701810 for Glass rhinestones 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 glass rhinestones in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 701810 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for glass rhinestones depends on the product's details: 7018.10.10 (Glass beads), 7018.10.20 (Glass imitation pearls and gemstones), 7018.10.90 (Other similar glass smallwares).