HS Code for Ivory powder

Ivory powder and waste are classified under HS code 0507.10. Chapter 5 of the Harmonized System covers products of animal origin that are not specified elsewhere. Heading 0507 specifically deals with hard animal materials like ivory, tortoise-shell, and horns. The subheading 0507.10 includes ivory in its unworked state or simply prepared, which encompasses tusks that have been cleaned or simply sawn to facilitate transport without being shaped. Crucially, this code also covers the powder and waste generated during the processing or carving of ivory. The classification is based on the material's raw or semi-processed state. Once ivory is worked into a finished article, such as a carving, a handle, or a decorative object, it moves to Chapter 96. It is important to note that the term \"ivory\" in the HS context includes the tusks of elephants, hippopotamuses, walruses, narwhals, and wild boars, as well as rhinoceros horns. The classification remains 0507.10 regardless of the animal source, provided it meets the definition of ivory powder or unworked ivory.

Products Included

• Crushed ivory powder
• Ivory waste from carving processes
• Unworked elephant tusks
• Simply prepared walrus ivory

Common Misclassification

Ivory powder is often misclassified under 9601, which is for worked ivory (articles). If the ivory has been shaped or carved, it belongs in 9601, but powder and waste remain in 0507.10. It is also sometimes confused with 0506, which covers bones and horn-cores.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Ivory powder?

The HS code for ivory, ivory powder, and ivory waste is 0507.10.

Does this code include carved ivory items?

No, carved or worked ivory items are classified under heading 9601, which covers worked ivory and articles of ivory.