Product classification
HS code for Polished gemstones: 7103.99
Stones, precious (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, (other than rubies, sapphires and emeralds), worked other than simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted or set.
Classification of polished gemstones under HS 7103.99
Polished gemstones, excluding diamonds and the "big three" (rubies, sapphires, and emeralds), are classified under HS code 7103.99. This code is part of Chapter 71, which covers natural precious and semi-precious stones. Heading 7103 is used for stones that are natural (not synthetic). The subheading 7103.99 acts as a residual category for all other worked stones that have been cut, polished, or engraved but are not specifically listed in other subheadings. The term "worked" is the defining factor here; it indicates that the stone has been transformed from its rough, mined state into a finished shape like a cabochon or a faceted gem, ready for use in jewelry or ornamentation, but remains loose and unset.
- Covers
- Polished amethyst and citrine
- Worked jade and turquoise
- Faceted garnets and topazes
- Polished opals and tourmalines
- Cut aquamarine stones
- Also under 7103.99
- Tiffany & Co. (for finished jewelry containing these)
- Swarovski (for cut stones)
- various independent jewelers
- Gemfields (mining and marketing)
Codes often confused with 7103.99
Common mistake. A frequent mistake is classifying these stones under 7103.91, which is exclusively for worked rubies, sapphires, and emeralds. Another common error is using 7103.10, which is for rough or simply sawn gemstones. If the stone has been polished to a shine or faceted, it can no longer be considered rough. Additionally, synthetic versions of these stones must be classified under 7104.99, not 7103.99. If the gemstones are already strung into a necklace or set in metal, they are classified as jewelry under heading 7113 or 7116.
Top exporters and importers of HS 710399 (the code used for polished gemstones), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 710399 (the code used for polished gemstones) in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 18% 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 710399, not only polished gemstones.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $502M 19% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $425M 16% of world exports
- 3 Israel $343M 13% of world exports
World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Hong Kong $383M 18% of world imports
- 2 Thailand $355M 17% of world imports
- 3 United States $350M 17% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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 polished gemstones
Brazil classifies polished gemstones under NCM 7103.99.00: HS 7103.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about polished gemstones
What is the HS code for Polished gemstones?
The HS code for Polished gemstones is 710399 (Stones; precious (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, (other than rubies, sapphires and emeralds), worked other than simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted or set).
How do I classify Polished gemstones for customs?
Polished gemstones is classified under HS code 710399 — Stones; precious (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, (other than rubies, sapphires and emeralds), worked other than simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted or set. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for polished semi-precious stones?
Most polished, natural semi-precious stones like amethyst or quartz fall under HS code 7103.99.
Does this code include stones for industrial use?
Generally, yes, if they are precious or semi-precious stones. However, if the stones are being used as abrasives, they might fall under Chapter 68, depending on their preparation and use.
Which countries are the top exporters of polished gemstones (HS 710399)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 710399 (the code used for polished gemstones) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($502M, 19% of world exports), Hong Kong ($425M) and Israel ($343M). World exports came to about $2.6B, 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 polished gemstones (HS 710399)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 710399 (the code used for polished gemstones) in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($383M, 18% of world imports), Thailand ($355M) and the United States ($350M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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 Polished gemstones the same in all countries?
The base HS code 710399 for Polished gemstones 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 polished gemstones in Brazil?
In Brazil, polished gemstones (HS 710399) is classified under NCM 7103.99.00.