Product classification
HS code for Silver plated jewelry: 7113.20
Jewellery, of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof.
Classification of silver plated jewelry under HS 7113.20
Silver plated jewelry is classified under HS code 7113.20. This code specifically addresses articles of jewelry and parts thereof, made of base metal clad with precious metal. In the context of the Harmonized System, "clad with precious metal" refers to material with a base of metal upon one or more surfaces of which there is affixed by soldering, brazing, welding, hot-rolling, or similar mechanical means a covering of precious metal. For jewelry, this often involves a base metal like brass, copper, or bronze that has been coated with a layer of silver. Heading 7113 covers jewelry made of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal. Subheading 7113.11 is for silver jewelry (solid or alloyed), while 7113.20 is the correct designation for base metals that have been silver-plated or clad. This distinction is crucial because the value and duty rates often differ significantly between solid silver and plated items. The classification is governed by Note 6 to Chapter 71, which defines the term "jewelry" and Note 7, which defines "clad with precious metal." These notes ensure that items are categorized based on their material composition and the method of manufacture, providing a standardized framework for international trade and preventing the undervaluation of solid precious metal goods.
- Covers
- Silver-plated brass rings
- Silver-plated copper necklaces
- Silver-plated base metal earrings
- Bracelets made of base metal clad with silver
- Also under 7113.20
- Kendra Scott (some lines)
- various fashion jewelry brands
- vintage rolled gold items
- costume jewelry with substantial precious metal layers
- Monica Vinader
Codes often confused with 7113.20
Common mistake. Silver plated jewelry is often misclassified under 7113.11, which is reserved for jewelry made of solid silver (such as sterling silver). It is also sometimes confused with 7117.19, which covers imitation jewelry; however, if the item is clad with a precious metal like silver, 7113.20 takes precedence over the imitation jewelry heading.
Top exporters and importers of HS 711320 (the code used for silver plated jewelry), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 711320 (the code used for silver plated jewelry) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% 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 711320, not only silver plated jewelry.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $224M 41% of world exports
- 2 Italy $50M 9.1% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $48M 8.8% of world exports
World total: $548M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $49M 14% of world imports
- 2 France $31M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $30M 8.5% of world imports
World total: $358M 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 silver plated jewelry
Brazil classifies silver plated jewelry under NCM 7113.20.00: HS 7113.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about silver plated jewelry
What is the HS code for Silver plated jewelry?
The HS code for Silver plated jewelry is 711320 (Jewellery; of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof). The HS code for silver plated jewelry is 7113.20, covering jewelry of base metal clad with precious metal.
How do I classify Silver plated jewelry for customs?
Silver plated jewelry is classified under HS code 711320 — Jewellery; of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does 7113.20 include sterling silver jewelry?
No, sterling silver jewelry is classified under 7113.11 because it is an alloy of silver, not a base metal plated with silver.
Which countries are the top exporters of silver plated jewelry (HS 711320)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 711320 (the code used for silver plated jewelry) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($224M, 41% of world exports), Italy ($50M) and the United Kingdom ($48M). World exports came to about $548M, 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 plated jewelry (HS 711320)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 711320 (the code used for silver plated jewelry) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($49M, 14% of world imports), France ($31M) and the United Kingdom ($30M). World imports came to about $358M, 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 plated jewelry the same in all countries?
The base HS code 711320 for Silver plated 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 silver plated jewelry in Brazil?
In Brazil, silver plated jewelry (HS 711320) is classified under NCM 7113.20.00.