Pearls, natural or cultured and unworked

CPC v2.1 Code: 38210

About pearls, natural or cultured and unworked

cpc code 38210 covers the classification of pearls, both natural and cultured, in their unworked state. Pearls are highly valued gemstones that have been prized for centuries, with a rich history in jewelry, fashion, and cultural traditions. This industry plays a significant role in the global gemstone and jewelry trade, contributing to the broader luxury goods sector and supporting livelihoods in pearl-producing regions around the world.

Production process

The production of pearls, whether natural or cultured, involves complex biological processes. Natural pearls are formed when a foreign object, such as a grain of sand, becomes trapped inside an oyster or mussel, which then coats the object with layers of nacre, a lustrous material. Cultured pearls, on the other hand, are produced by intentionally inserting a nucleus, usually a small bead, into the mollusk, which then secretes nacre around it. Both natural and cultured pearls undergo careful harvesting, cleaning, and sorting processes to ensure their quality and value.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the pearl industry include the mollusks, such as oysters and mussels, that produce the pearls. These living organisms require specific environmental conditions, including clean water, suitable temperatures, and adequate food sources, to thrive and produce high-quality pearls. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment and tools for the cultivation, harvesting, and processing of pearls, as well as skilled labor to carry out these tasks.

Production outputs

The primary output of the pearl industry is, of course, pearls themselves, which are then used in a wide range of jewelry, fashion accessories, and decorative items. Pearls may be further processed, such as being drilled, dyed, or shaped, before being incorporated into final products. The pearl industry's outputs are closely linked to 38220 Pearls, natural or cultured, worked, but not strung, mounted or set and 38230 Pearls, natural or cultured, worked and strung temporarily for convenience of transport, as these codes cover the subsequent stages of pearl processing and preparation for sale.

Family tree for pearls, natural or cultured and unworked

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/38'>38: Furniture; other transportable goods n.e.c.</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/382'>382: Jewellery and related articles</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3821'>3821: Pearls, natural or cultured and unworked</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/38210'>38210: Pearls, natural or cultured and unworked</a>"]

    
    

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