HS code for resin jewelry and charms (for Etsy-style sellers)

This article walks through how to think about HS/Schedule B classification for resin jewelry and charms in general. It's informational only, not legal advice.

1. What defines resin jewelry for customs purposes?

Customs classification tends to care about what the item is and how it's used:

• The main visible material (often a plastic-like resin)
• Whether it's worn on the body (earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets)
• Whether it's finished jewelry vs. components vs. keychains or bag charms

For many resin earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, the relevant area will be headings related to imitation jewelry or plastic articles, depending on construction and exact wording of the tariff schedules.

2. Why "just picking something" can backfire

Many small sellers simply pick a code they've seen in a forum or use whatever a shipping platform suggests. That works until a shipment is reviewed more closely. If the code clearly doesn't fit:

• Customs may reclassify the item and charge different duties or taxes
• Future shipments using the same code may draw extra attention
• Packages can be delayed while officials figure out what the product actually is

For micro-sellers, the main pain is usually delays and unhappy customers, not a huge fine—but that still hurts.

3. Details you should document for resin pieces

When you pick a classification, it helps to keep notes on:

• Product description (what it is and how it's used)
• Main materials (resin body, metal hooks, findings, chains, etc.)
• Why you chose one code instead of other possible options

This makes it easier to stay consistent across orders and to explain your choice if anyone asks.

4. How ExportCompass can help

Instead of starting with a blank search box in a government database, you can:

• Enter a description like "resin earrings with stainless steel hooks" into ExportCompass
• See a shortlist of plausible HS/Schedule B codes to review
• Click through to the official notes linked from the suggestions
• Save the chosen code as part of the product record for future orders

ExportCompass doesn't replace a customs professional, but it gives you a more structured starting point than random forum posts.

5. Next step

If you sell resin jewelry or charms, it can help to:

• Standardize codes for your main product types (earrings, necklaces, keychains, etc.)
• Keep a short explanation of why each code was chosen

A small amount of upfront work can make international orders smoother over time.