Stones; precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, (not piezo-electric quartz), unworked or simply sawn, roughly shaped, (not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for transport convenience

HS v2017 Code: 710420

About stones; precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, (not piezo-electric quartz), unworked or simply sawn, roughly shaped, (not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for transport convenience

HS code 710420 covers a wide range of synthetic or reconstructed precious and semi-precious stones that are unworked or simply sawn and roughly shaped. These materials play a crucial role in the jewelry, gemstone, and decorative industries, providing a cost-effective alternative to natural stones while maintaining the desired aesthetic qualities. As a key component in various downstream manufacturing processes, this industry is an integral part of the broader global trade and supply chain ecosystem.

Production process

The production of the materials covered under HS code 710420 typically involves the synthesis or reconstruction of precious and semi-precious stones. This can be achieved through a variety of techniques, such as chemical vapor deposition, high-temperature and high-pressure methods, or other advanced manufacturing processes. The stones are then cut, polished, and shaped to the desired form, often in a rough or unfinished state to facilitate transportation and further processing.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the materials under HS code 710420 include various raw materials, such as mineral compounds, chemical precursors, and specialized equipment like furnaces, cutting tools, and polishing machines. Additionally, skilled labor and technical expertise are essential for the precise manufacturing and quality control of these synthetic or reconstructed stones.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 710420 are the synthetic or reconstructed precious and semi-precious stones in their unworked or roughly shaped form. These materials are then typically consumed by 711311 Jewelry of silver, whether or not plated or clad with other precious metal, 711319 Jewelry of other precious metal, whether or not plated or clad with other precious metal, and 711320 Jewelry of base metal clad with precious metal industries, where they are further processed and incorporated into a wide range of jewelry, decorative, and other high-value products.

Revisions to 710420

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 710420. The most recent 2 versions of this code (710420) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 710420 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for stones; precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, (not piezo-electric quartz), unworked or simply sawn, roughly shaped, (not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for transport convenience

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/71'>71: Natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7104'>7104: Synthetic, reconstructed precious, semi-precious stone worked, graded or not, not strung or mounted, set; ungraded synthetic, reconstructed precious, semi-precious stones, temporarily strung for transport</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/710420'>710420: Stones; precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, (not piezo-electric quartz), unworked or simply sawn, roughly shaped, (not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for transport convenience</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/710410'>710410: Stones; precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, piezo-electric quartz, whether or not worked or graded (but not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for transport convenience</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/710490'>710490: Stones; precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, (not piezo-electric quartz), worked or graded or not, (but not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for transport convenience, n.e.c. in item no. 7104.20</a>"]

    

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