Jewelry: EU import duty and HS code
Jewelry duty is low, but nickel release and hallmarking rules are enforced and can block sales.
Typical duty
2.5%
HS code
7113.19.00 / 7117.19.00
Duty relief
≤ €150 goods value
Landed cost across destinations
Based on €1,000 of goods plus €100 freight. Duty applies because the goods value exceeds €150.
| Destination | Duty | Import VAT | Total landed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | €25.00 | €213.75 | €1,338.75 |
| France | €25.00 | €225.00 | €1,350.00 |
| Netherlands | €25.00 | €236.25 | €1,361.25 |
| Italy | €25.00 | €247.50 | €1,372.50 |
| Spain | €25.00 | €236.25 | €1,361.25 |
| Belgium | €25.00 | €236.25 | €1,361.25 |
| Austria | €25.00 | €225.00 | €1,350.00 |
| Ireland | €25.00 | €258.75 | €1,383.75 |
| Portugal | €25.00 | €258.75 | €1,383.75 |
| Finland | €25.00 | €286.88 | €1,411.88 |
Duty by tariff line
Jewelry is not one tariff line. Under 7113.19.00 and 7117.19.00 the EU applies 3 lines with rates from 2.5% to 4%. Which one applies depends on the material, construction or specification.
| Rate | Tariff line description |
|---|---|
| 2.5% | Of other precious metal, whether or not plated or clad with precious metal |
| 4% | Without parts of glass, hand-made |
| 4% | Other |
Notes for jewelry
- Precious metal items may require assay/hallmarking in some member states.
- Nickel release testing applies to items in prolonged skin contact.
These are planning figures, not a binding tariff ruling. Origin-based measures (anti-dumping, preferential rates) can change the result.
Jewelry FAQ
Is nickel release testing mandatory?
Yes for items intended to come into prolonged contact with skin; EN 1811/EN 12472 are the reference test methods.
Does jewelry need a declaration of conformity?
It is not CE-marked, but you must be able to demonstrate REACH compliance and keep test reports.