Product classification
HS code for Silver clad decorative items: 7114.20
Goldsmiths' and silversmiths' wares, articles of and parts thereof, of base metal clad with precious metal.
Classification of silver clad decorative items under HS 7114.20
Silver clad decorative items are classified under HS code 7114.20. This classification is part of Chapter 71, specifically covering silversmiths' wares and parts thereof. The term "clad with precious metal" is a technical definition within the Harmonized System, referring to a product with a core of base metal (such as copper, brass, or steel) to which a layer of silver is bonded by mechanical means like soldering, brazing, welding, or hot-rolling. This is distinct from silver plating, which is usually achieved through electrolysis. HS code 7114.20 is used for articles intended for ornamental or functional use in the home, office, or for religious purposes, where the base metal provides the structural integrity and the silver cladding provides the aesthetic and protective finish. The classification follows Note 7 to Chapter 71, which dictates that articles made of base metal clad with precious metal are treated as articles of precious metal cladding, provided the cladding meets the mechanical bonding criteria.
- Covers
- Silver-clad trophies and awards
- Silver-clad picture frames
- Silver-clad statuettes and ornaments
- Silver-clad vases and centerpieces
- Silver-clad religious icons
- 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. These items are often misclassified under 7114.11, which is reserved for items made of solid silver. Another common error is using HS code 8306.21, which covers statuettes and other ornaments of base metal; however, if the item is clad with silver, Chapter 71 takes precedence over Chapter 83. Additionally, silver-plated items (not clad) may be incorrectly placed here, but they generally fall under 7114.11 if the plating is on silver or under base metal codes if the plating is thin and electrolytic.
Top exporters and importers of HS 711420 (the code used for silver clad decorative items), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 711420 (the code used for silver 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 silver 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 silver clad decorative items
Brazil classifies silver 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 silver clad decorative items
What is the HS code for Silver clad decorative items?
The HS code for Silver clad decorative items is 711420 (Goldsmiths' and silversmiths' wares; articles of and parts thereof, of base metal clad with precious metal). The correct HS code for decorative items made of base metal clad with silver is 7114.20.
How do I classify Silver clad decorative items for customs?
Silver 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 silver-clad and silver-plated?
Silver-clad refers to a thick layer of silver mechanically bonded to a base metal, whereas silver-plated usually refers to a thin layer applied via electroplating.
Which countries are the top exporters of silver clad decorative items (HS 711420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 711420 (the code used for silver 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 silver clad decorative items (HS 711420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 711420 (the code used for silver 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 Silver clad decorative items the same in all countries?
The base HS code 711420 for Silver 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 silver clad decorative items in Brazil?
In Brazil, silver clad decorative items (HS 711420) is classified under NCM 7114.20.00.