Product classification
HS code for Pearl jewelry: 7116.10
Pearls, articles of natural or cultured pearls.
Classification of pearl jewelry under HS 7116.10
Pearl jewelry is classified under HS code 711610. This code is situated within Chapter 71, which covers natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, and precious metals. Heading 7116 specifically applies to articles made of natural or cultured pearls, but which do not consist of precious metal (except as minor constituents like clasps or settings). The classification is driven by the primary material that gives the article its essential character. If the pearls are the dominant feature of the jewelry piece, 711610 is the appropriate designation for international trade and tariff application.
- Covers
- Natural pearl necklaces
- Cultured pearl earrings
- Pearl bracelets with non-precious metal clasps
- Strung pearls without clasps (if intended as jewelry)
- Pearl pendants
- Articles made of Mother of Pearl
- Also under 7116.10
Mikimoto Pearl Jewelry, Tiffany & Co. Pearl Collections, Honora Pearls, Majorica Pearls
Codes often confused with 7116.10
Common mistake. A common error is classifying pearl jewelry under HS code 7113, which is reserved for jewelry made of precious metal (like gold or silver). If the value or weight of the precious metal is significant, the item might be classified there instead. Another frequent mistake is using HS code 711719 for imitation pearl jewelry. Imitation pearls made of glass or plastic must be classified as imitation jewelry, whereas 711610 is strictly for biological pearls. Finally, loose, unworked pearls should be classified under 7101 rather than 7116.
Top exporters and importers of HS 711610 (the code used for pearl jewelry), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 711610 (the code used for pearl jewelry) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 24% 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 711610, not only pearl jewelry.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $52M 27% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $28M 15% of world exports
- 3 Myanmar $26M 14% of world exports
World total: $191M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Hong Kong $31M 24% of world imports
- 2 United States $15M 12% of world imports
- 3 Czechia $14M 10% of world imports
World total: $131M 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 pearl jewelry
Brazil classifies pearl jewelry under NCM 7116.10.00: HS 7116.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pearl jewelry
What is the HS code for Pearl jewelry?
The HS code for Pearl jewelry is 711610 (Pearls; articles of natural or cultured pearls). The HS code for articles made of natural or cultured pearls is 711610.
How do I classify Pearl jewelry for customs?
Pearl jewelry is classified under HS code 711610 — Pearls; articles of natural or cultured pearls. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include plastic imitation pearls?
No, imitation pearls are classified under HS code 7117 as imitation jewelry, depending on the material of the base.
Which countries are the top exporters of pearl jewelry (HS 711610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 711610 (the code used for pearl jewelry) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($52M, 27% of world exports), Hong Kong ($28M) and Myanmar ($26M). World exports came to about $191M, 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 pearl jewelry (HS 711610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 711610 (the code used for pearl jewelry) in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($31M, 24% of world imports), the United States ($15M) and Czechia ($14M). World imports came to about $131M, 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 Pearl jewelry the same in all countries?
The base HS code 711610 for Pearl jewelry 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 pearl jewelry in Brazil?
In Brazil, pearl jewelry (HS 711610) is classified under NCM 7116.10.00.