South Africa HS Code

HS Code 711620: Of precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed) in South Africa

Q: Is HS code 711620 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 711620 is the same in every WCO member country. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code for national tariff and statistical use. South Africa extends it under SACU CET.

Q: What system does South Africa use to classify HS code 711620?

South Africa classifies products under the SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET; locally SACU CET), which extends HS codes to 8 digits. The first 6 digits align with the WCO Harmonized System, and the rest cover national tariff and statistical needs.

Q: Where can I officially look up HS code 711620 in South Africa?

The official source is https://www.sars.gov.za/. For faster cross-country lookups, TradeInt's HS Code Tool consolidates classifications across all major countries in one place.

What is HS Code 711620 in South Africa

Under South Africa's SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET), HS Code 711620 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Of precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed). This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; South Africa extends classifications to 8 digits under its national tariff system. 711620 belongs to Section XIV: Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin, Chapter 71: Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin, Heading 7116: Articles of natural or cultured pearls, precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed).

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Classification Path of HS Code 711620 in South Africa

Section XIV

Chapters (71) Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin

Chapter 71

Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin

HS Code 7116

Articles of natural or cultured pearls, precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed)

HS Code 711620

Of precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed)

HS Code 71162000

Of Precious Or Semi-Precious Stones (Natural, Synthetic Or Reconstructed)

South Africa Tariff Classification: SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET)

In South Africa, HS 711620 is classified under the SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET) — a 8-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET)

Local name SACU CET

Digits 8

Official source https://www.sars.gov.za/

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Top Trading Product of HS Code 7116

Top South Africa import Product Under HS Code 7116

1 711620: Of precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed) $2.5M 2 711610: Of natural or cultured pearls $77.3K

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Top South Africa export Product Under HS Code 7116

1 711610: Of natural or cultured pearls $3.6M 2 711620: Of precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed) $214.7K

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 711620 in South Africa?

HS code 711620 covers Of precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed) in South Africa. It sits in Chapter 71 (Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin), Heading 7116 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under SACU CET.

Is HS code 711620 the same across all countries?

What system does South Africa use to classify HS code 711620?

Where can I officially look up HS code 711620 in South Africa?