## Common ground
All options refer to necklaces classified by their primary material or gemstone type under HS Code categories.
## Options at a glance
**7113 – Precious metal or clad**
- **Defining trait:** Made primarily of precious metals (e.g., gold, silver) or metal coated with precious metal.
- **Typical examples:** Gold-plated chain necklace, sterling silver pendant.
- **Best fit when:** The necklace uses real precious metal as the main material or is clad with it.
**7116.10 – Natural or cultured pearls**
- **Defining trait:** Centerpiece or primary component is a natural or cultured pearl.
- **Typical examples:** Single pearl pendant, multi-strand pearl necklace.
- **Best fit when:** The necklace’s key feature is one or more pearls, regardless of metal setting.
**7116.20 – Precious or semi-precious stones**
- **Defining trait:** Features gemstones like diamonds, rubies, sapphires, or emeralds (natural or synthetic).
- **Typical examples:** Diamond-studded gold necklace, amethyst pendant.
- **Best fit when:** The necklace centers on a stone classified as precious or semi-precious.
**7117 – Imitation jewellery**
- **Defining trait:** Made with non-precious materials mimicking real gemstones or metals (e.g., glass, plastic).
- **Typical examples:** Rhinestone necklace, faux gold chain.
- **Best fit when:** The item looks like fine jewelry but uses synthetic or base materials.
## Key differences
| Feature | 7113 | 7116.10 | 7116.20 | 7117 |
|-----------------------|------------------|------------------|-------------------|-------------------|
| Material focus | Precious metal | Pearls | Gemstones | Imitation materials |
| Real vs. fake | Real precious metal | Natural/cultured pearl | Real gemstone | Synthetic/imitation |
| Primary value driver | Metal purity | Pearl quality | Stone type & size | Aesthetic appeal |
## How to choose
- Does it contain real gold, silver, or platinum? → 7113
- Is the main feature a natural or cultured pearl? → 7116.10
- Does it include diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, etc.? → 7116.20
- Is it made of glass, plastic, or base metal to look like real jewelry? → 7117
## Overlaps & pitfalls
A necklace with a gold setting and a diamond pendant fits both 7113 and 7116.20. In such cases, prioritize the **main gemstone** (e.g., diamond = 7116.20) unless the metal is the dominant feature. If unclear, use the **primary material** as the deciding factor. No option is vague—each clearly defines a material category