Animal products; ivory, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, ivory powder and waste

HS v2017 Code: 050710

About animal products; ivory, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, ivory powder and waste

HS code 050710 covers the trade of unworked or simply prepared ivory, as well as ivory powder and waste. This industry is an important part of the broader animal products sector, which plays a crucial role in the global economy. Ivory, in particular, has long been valued for its unique properties and has been used in a variety of applications, from decorative arts to specialized tools and instruments.

Production process

The production of unworked or simply prepared ivory typically involves the harvesting of elephant tusks, which are then cleaned, sorted, and prepared for further processing or export. Ivory powder and waste are often byproducts of this process, as well as from the manufacturing of ivory-based products. The specific techniques used can vary depending on the intended use of the ivory and the local regulations and practices.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the ivory industry include the raw material itself, which is obtained from elephant populations, as well as specialized equipment and facilities for the harvesting, processing, and storage of the ivory. Depending on the specific application, additional inputs such as packaging materials, transportation services, and specialized labor may also be required.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 050710 are unworked or simply prepared ivory, ivory powder, and ivory waste. These materials may be used in a variety of downstream industries, such as 970500 Works of art, 970600 Antiques, and 960310 Brooms, brushes, and hand-operated mechanical floor sweepers. The ivory industry also generates income and employment for communities involved in its production and trade.

Revisions to 050710

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 050710. The most recent 1 version of this code (050710) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 050710 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for animal products; ivory, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, ivory powder and waste

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/05'>05: Animal originated products; not elsewhere specified or included</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0507'>0507: Ivory, tortoise-shell, whalebone and whalebone hair, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws and beaks unworked or simply prepared, not cut to shape; waste and powder of these products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/050710'>050710: Animal products; ivory, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, ivory powder and waste</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/050790'>050790: Animal products; tortoise-shell, whalebone and whalebone hair, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws and beaks, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, waste and powder of these products</a>"]

    

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