Pearls; cultured, worked, whether or not graded (but not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for the convenience of transport

HS v2022 Code: 710122

About pearls; cultured, worked, whether or not graded (but not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for the convenience of transport

HS code 710122 covers cultured pearls that have been worked, whether or not graded, but not strung, mounted, or set. These pearls are temporarily strung for the convenience of transport. The cultured pearl industry is a significant contributor to the global jewelry and luxury goods market, with pearls being highly valued for their unique beauty and rarity. This industry plays an important role in the broader economy, particularly in regions where pearl farming is a major economic activity.

Production process

The production of cultured pearls involves a complex process that begins with the introduction of a small bead or piece of mantle tissue into the shell of a mollusk, typically an oyster or mussel. The mollusk then secretes layers of nacre, or mother-of-pearl, around the implant, gradually forming a cultured pearl over the course of several years. Once the pearls have reached the desired size and quality, they are harvested, sorted, and worked to enhance their appearance and value.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the cultured pearl industry include the mollusk species used for pearl farming, such as 030711 Oysters, live, fresh or chilled, 030719 Other oysters, and 030729 Other mussels. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment and facilities for the implantation, cultivation, and harvesting of the pearls. Skilled labor, including pearl farmers and technicians, is also a critical input for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of the cultured pearl industry is, of course, 710121 Pearls, natural, which are then used in a wide range of jewelry and luxury products. The worked, graded, but unstrung pearls covered by HS code 710122 may be further processed and incorporated into 711610 Articles of natural or cultured pearls, 711620 (Articles of precious or semi-precious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed)), or other related HS codes within the jewelry and luxury goods sectors.

Revisions to 710122

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 710122. The most recent 1 version of this code (710122) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 710122.

Family tree for pearls; cultured, worked, whether or not graded (but not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for the convenience of transport

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/71'>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/v2022/7101'>7101: Pearls; natural or cultured, whether or not worked or graded but not strung, mounted or set; pearls, natural or cultured, temporarily strung for the convenience of transport</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/710122'>710122: Pearls; cultured, worked, whether or not graded (but not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for the convenience of transport</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/710110'>710110: Pearls; natural, whether or not worked or graded (but not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for the convenience of transport</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/710121'>710121: Pearls; cultured, unworked, whether or not graded (but not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for the convenience of transport</a>"]

    

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