Find HS Code and trade information for flatback crystal rhinestones

Flatback Crystal Rhinestones

Flatback crystal rhinestones are decorative elements widely used in various crafts, apparel, and embellishments. They consist of a glass or acrylic stone with a flat surface on one side, allowing for easy adhesion to a variety of substrates.

Material:

• Glass Crystal: Typically made from lead crystal, offering high brilliance and clarity. These are often produced by brands like Swarovski, Preciosa, and Czech glass manufacturers. Glass crystals exhibit superior sparkle and color consistency.
• Acrylic Crystal: A more affordable alternative to glass. Acrylic rhinestones are lighter in weight and come in a broad range of colors and sizes. While they don’t possess the same refractive qualities as glass, advancements in manufacturing have improved their appearance.

Purpose:

• Decoration: Primarily used for aesthetic enhancement.
• Embellishment: Adding sparkle and detail to surfaces.
• Crafting: Integral components in jewelry making, nail art, costume design, and other DIY projects.

Function:

The flat back allows the rhinestone to be securely attached using adhesives. The faceted top surface is designed to maximize light reflection, creating a glittering effect.

Usage Scenarios:

• Jewelry Making: Earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, hair accessories.
• Nail Art: Creating intricate designs and patterns on fingernails and toenails.
• Apparel Decoration: Embellishing clothing, shoes, handbags, and hats.
• Costume Design: Adding sparkle to dance costumes, showgirl outfits, and theatrical productions.
• Home Décor: Decorating picture frames, mirrors, vases, and other household items.
• Phone Cases: Customizing and personalizing mobile phone cases.
• Automotive Decoration: Applying to car interiors and exteriors for a custom look.

Common Types:

• Swarovski Crystals: Considered the highest quality, known for their exceptional brilliance, precise cuts, and consistent color.
• Preciosa Crystals: A Czech manufacturer renowned for high-quality glass crystals, offering a wide range of shapes and colors.
• Czech Glass Crystals: Generally more affordable than Swarovski or Preciosa, but still offer good quality and sparkle.
• Acrylic Rhinestones: Available in a vast array of colors, sizes, and shapes, making them a versatile and cost-effective option.
• Hotfix Rhinestones: These have a heat-activated adhesive on the back, allowing them to be applied with an iron or hotfix applicator.
• Non-Hotfix Rhinestones: Require a separate adhesive (e.g., glue, resin) for application.
• Pointed vs. Round: While “flatback” refers to the backing, the stone itself can have rounded or pointed edges, influencing the overall look.
• Various Sizes: Available in a wide range of sizes, from tiny micro-crystals to larger statement pieces (measured in ss - stone size).

Flatback crystal rhinestones are typically used for decorative purposes, often applied to clothing, jewelry, or other accessories. They are valued for their aesthetic appearance and are generally small in size. Based on these characteristics, the following HS codes may be applicable:

• 7116200500: This code covers “Articles of natural or cultured pearls, precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed): Of precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed): Articles of jewelry: Valued not over $40 per piece”. If the rhinestones are incorporated into jewelry items with a value not exceeding $40 per piece, this HS code is applicable.

  • 71: Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semiprecious stones, synthetic or reconstructed stones, and organic gems.
  • 16: Articles of natural or cultured pearls, precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed).
  • 20: Articles of jewelry.
  • 05: Valued not over $40 per piece.

• 3926904000: This code covers “Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Imitation gemstones”. If the rhinestones are made of plastic and are considered imitation gemstones, this HS code is applicable.

  • 39: Plastics and articles thereof.
  • 26: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials.
  • 90: Other.
  • 40: Imitation gemstones.

• 7116204000: This code covers “Articles of natural or cultured pearls, precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed): Of precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed): Other: Of semiprecious stones (except rock crystal): Other”. If the rhinestones are made of semiprecious stones (excluding rock crystal) and are not classified as jewelry, this HS code may be applicable.

  • 71: Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semiprecious stones, synthetic or reconstructed stones, and organic gems.
  • 16: Articles of natural or cultured pearls, precious or semiprecious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed).
  • 20: Articles of jewelry.
  • 40: Other: Of semiprecious stones (except rock crystal): Other.

It is important to determine the material composition (plastic, semiprecious stone, etc.) and intended use (jewelry component, decorative element) to select the most appropriate HS code. If the rhinestones are incorporated into jewelry items valued over $40 per piece, a different HS code within Chapter 71 may be required.