Product classification
HS code for Gold clad decorative items: 7114.20
Goldsmiths' and silversmiths' wares, articles of and parts thereof, of base metal clad with precious metal.
Classification of gold clad decorative items under HS 7114.20
HS code 7114.20 is designated for goldsmiths' and silversmiths' wares made of base metal that has been clad with precious metal, specifically gold in this context. This classification is part of Chapter 71, which governs natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, and precious metals. The term "clad" refers to a process where a layer of precious metal is bonded to one or more surfaces of base metal by soldering, brazing, welding, hot-rolling, or similar mechanical means. This differs from electroplating, which is a chemical process. For an item to fall under 7114.20, it must be a finished article or an identifiable part of such an article, intended for decorative, religious, or household use, rather than personal adornment (which would be jewelry). The base metal provides the structural integrity, while the gold cladding provides the aesthetic and chemical properties of the precious metal. This classification ensures that items with a significant but non-solid gold content are tracked separately from pure precious metal wares.
- Covers
- Gold-clad copper statuettes
- Gold-clad brass vases
- Gold-clad religious icons
- Gold-clad trophies and awards
- Gold-clad table ornaments
- Gold-clad picture frames made of base metal
- Also under 7114.20
- Some Christofle items (silver-plated, but if clad, would fit)
- vintage rolled gold tableware
- luxury home decor brands offering clad items
- Wallace Silversmiths (some lines)
Codes often confused with 7114.20
Common mistake. A frequent error is confusing 7114.20 with 7114.19. Code 7114.19 is reserved for items made entirely of precious metal (excluding silver), whereas 7114.20 requires a base metal core. Another common mistake is using 7113.20, which is for jewelry made of base metal clad with precious metal. The distinction lies in the use: 7113 is for personal adornment, while 7114 is for household or decorative objects. Additionally, items that are merely gold-plated (electroplated) rather than clad may sometimes fall under 7114.19 if the base is silver, or under the code for the base metal if the gold layer is negligible.
Top exporters and importers of HS 711420 (the code used for gold clad decorative items), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 711420 (the code used for gold clad decorative items) in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 71% 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 711420, not only gold clad decorative items.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Malaysia $132M 46% of world exports
- 2 Israel $49M 17% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$31M 11% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $285M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Malaysia $160M 71% of world imports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$6.4M 2.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $4.8M 2.1% of world imports
World total: $226M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 gold clad decorative items
Brazil classifies gold clad decorative items under NCM 7114.20.00: HS 7114.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about gold clad decorative items
What is the HS code for Gold clad decorative items?
The HS code for Gold clad decorative items is 711420 (Goldsmiths' and silversmiths' wares; articles of and parts thereof, of base metal clad with precious metal). The HS code for gold clad decorative items made of base metal is 7114.20.
How do I classify Gold clad decorative items for customs?
Gold clad decorative items is classified under HS code 711420 — Goldsmiths' and silversmiths' wares; articles of and parts thereof, of base metal clad with precious metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between gold-clad and gold-plated?
Gold-clad items have a thick layer of gold mechanically bonded to the base metal, whereas gold-plated items have a thin layer applied through an electrochemical process. For HS classification, cladding is specifically defined in the Chapter 71 notes.
Which countries are the top exporters of gold clad decorative items (HS 711420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 711420 (the code used for gold clad decorative items) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($132M, 46% of world exports), Israel ($49M) and Taiwan (about $31M). World exports came to about $285M, 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 gold clad decorative items (HS 711420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 711420 (the code used for gold clad decorative items) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($160M, 71% of world imports), Taiwan (about $6.4M) and the United States ($4.8M). World imports came to about $226M, 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 Gold clad decorative items the same in all countries?
The base HS code 711420 for Gold clad decorative items 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 gold clad decorative items in Brazil?
In Brazil, gold clad decorative items (HS 711420) is classified under NCM 7114.20.00.