Product classification
HS code for Plated ornaments: 8306.21
Statuettes and other ornaments, of base metal plated with precious metal.
Classification of plated ornaments under HS 8306.21
Plated ornaments are classified under HS code 8306.21. This code is found within Chapter 83, which covers miscellaneous articles of base metal. Heading 8306 includes bells, gongs, statuettes, and other ornaments of base metal, as well as photograph, picture, or similar frames and mirrors. Subheading 8306.21 is specifically reserved for statuettes and other ornaments made of base metal that have been plated with precious metal. This classification is used for decorative items intended for indoor display, such as on shelves, mantels, or desks. The base metal (such as steel, copper, or zinc alloy) provides the structural integrity, while the precious metal plating (gold, silver, or platinum) provides the aesthetic finish. It is crucial to differentiate these from articles made entirely of precious metal, which would fall under Chapter 71. The classification under 8306.21 is driven by the decorative nature of the object and the specific combination of a base metal core with a precious metal exterior coating. These items are generally non-functional and intended solely for ornamentation or as trophies and souvenirs.
- Covers
- Silver-plated base metal figurines
- Gold-plated decorative trophies of base metal
- Plated metal statuettes for home decor
- Silver-plated souvenir buildings or landmarks
- Gold-plated base metal animal ornaments
- Also under 8306.21
- Waterford crystal with silver-plated accents
- Franklin Mint collectibles
- Oscar statuettes (replicas)
- various corporate awards
- Lladro plated figurines
Codes often confused with 8306.21
Common mistake. Plated ornaments are frequently misclassified under 8306.29, which is for ornaments that are not plated with precious metal. They are also often confused with 7114.11 (solid silver) or 7114.19 (other solid precious metals). If the item is a piece of jewelry for personal adornment, it must be classified under 7117 (imitation jewelry) or 7113 (precious jewelry).
Top exporters and importers of HS 830621 (the code used for plated ornaments), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 830621 (the code used for plated ornaments) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 11% 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 830621, not only plated ornaments.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $10M 16% of world exports
- 2 Israel $6.4M 10.0% of world exports
- 3 Italy $5.1M 7.9% of world exports
World total: $64M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $9.1M 11% of world imports
- 2 United States $7.2M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $4.5M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $84M 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 plated ornaments
Brazil classifies plated ornaments under NCM 8306.21.00: HS 8306.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about plated ornaments
What is the HS code for Plated ornaments?
The HS code for Plated ornaments is 830621 (Statuettes and other ornaments; of base metal plated with precious metal). The HS code for statuettes and other ornaments of base metal plated with precious metal is 8306.21.
How do I classify Plated ornaments for customs?
Plated ornaments is classified under HS code 830621 — Statuettes and other ornaments; of base metal plated with precious metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are silver-plated picture frames included here?
No, picture frames, even if plated, are specifically classified under HS code 8306.30, as the heading distinguishes between ornaments and frames.
Which countries are the top exporters of plated ornaments (HS 830621)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 830621 (the code used for plated ornaments) in UN Comtrade data were China ($10M, 16% of world exports), Israel ($6.4M) and Italy ($5.1M). World exports came to about $64M, 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 plated ornaments (HS 830621)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 830621 (the code used for plated ornaments) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($9.1M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($7.2M) and Saudi Arabia ($4.5M). World imports came to about $84M, 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 Plated ornaments the same in all countries?
The base HS code 830621 for Plated ornaments 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 plated ornaments in Brazil?
In Brazil, plated ornaments (HS 830621) is classified under NCM 8306.21.00.