Cut Red Branch Coral Beads
These are pieces of red branch coral (Corallium rubrum) that have been cut and drilled into bead shapes but not mounted or set into any jewelry setting. They are suitable primarily for stringing into necklaces or bracelets in jewelry making. Classified under HTS 9601.90.40.00 as cut coral not set, intended for jewelry use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in the form of unworked or roughly trimmed pieces
Unworked coral falls under the earlier subheading for raw or minimally processed animal carving materials.
If set into finished jewelry or with precious metal mountings
Once set or mounted, even as cameos, it becomes a jewelry article under Chapter 71, not Chapter 96 carving materials.
If classified primarily as coral in raw, unworked form for non-jewelry uses
Raw coral not suitable for jewelry may be seen as unworked sea products under Chapter 5.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain CITES export permits from the source country as many coral species are protected; verify with USFWS for import clearance
• Provide detailed documentation proving the coral is cut but not set, including photos and supplier certifications to avoid misclassification
Related Products under HTS 9601.90.40.00
Sawn Coral Link Shapes
Sawn rectangular coral links for chain jewelry, unset. HTS 9601.90.40.00.
Cut Precious Coral Chips
Small cut chips from precious coral for beaded jewelry accents, unset. HTS 9601.90.40.00.
Carved Coral Heart Cameos
Heart-shaped cameos carved from red coral, suitable for jewelry charms, unset. HTS 9601.90.40.00.
Engraved Coral Cameo Flower
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Sliced Precious Red Coral Slabs
Thin slabs sliced from high-grade precious red coral, cut to uniform thickness for further shaping into beads or cabochons in jewelry production, but not set. Suitable exclusively for jewelry. Classified in HTS 9601.90.40.00.
Drilled Coral Drop Shapes
Teardrop-shaped pieces of pink coral cut and drilled for suspension, unset for dangle earrings or drops in necklaces. Prepped for jewelry assembly. HTS 9601.90.40.00 for cut, unset coral.