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# HSN Code 71011010: Natural Pearls – Unworked

- [Section 14: Guide to HSN Section 14](https://busy.in/hsn/section-14/)
- [Chapter 71: Natural Pearls & Metals](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-71/)
- [Sub-chapter 7101: Natural Pearls](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7101/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Natural pearls : Unworked | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 71011010 ?

It includes Cultured Pearls – Worked

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Natural Pearls – Unworked?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Natural Pearls – Unworked is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Natural Pearls – Unworked; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### How much GST applies to Natural Pearls – Unworked?

Under HSN 71011010, Natural Pearls – Unworked attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Natural Pearls – Unworked?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Natural Pearls – Unworked?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 71011010 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (−43.55% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹38 Cr (+14.08% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹36 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9998 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7101: 3.46% of its exports; import side 15.66%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7101: #4 of 4 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.40% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7557 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +3,281.82% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7101: 3.46% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 71011010

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Sub-Ch. 7101 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7101 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 2.05 | 0.0001% | — | 11.00% | 8.40 | 0.0002% | — | 6.04% | −6.35 | #6921 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −81.95% | 2.96% | 34.69 | 0.0010% | +312.98% | 24.66% | −34.32 | #8433 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −83.78% | 0.87% | 3.76 | 0.0001% | −89.16% | 9.00% | −3.70 | #9473 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +33.33% | 0.53% | 15.37 | 0.0003% | +308.78% | 11.48% | −15.29 | #9630 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +37.50% | 0.42% | 29.19 | 0.0005% | +89.92% | 12.09% | −29.08 | #9591 |
| FY 2023-24 | 3.72 | 0.0001% | +3,281.82% | 4.32% | 33.38 | 0.0006% | +14.35% | 12.62% | −29.66 | #6911 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.10 | 0.0001% | −43.55% | 3.46% | 38.08 | 0.0006% | +14.08% | 15.66% | −35.98 | #7557 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.40%/yr, imports 28.65%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 71011010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.40% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 71011010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.40% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.05 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.10 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71011010 ranked #7557 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 71011010 ranks #7557 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7101, it ranks #4 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #9998 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 71011010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 71011010 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 3,281.82% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹35.98 Crore in HSN Code 71011010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹38.08 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.10 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹35.98 Crore — ranking #9998 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 28.65% CAGR signals rising demand for Natural Pearls – Unworked

India's imports under HSN Code 71011010 have grown at 28.65% CAGR, reaching ₹38.08 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71011010 contributes 3.46% of Sub-Chapter 7101 exports — ranked #4

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7101, HSN Code 71011010 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 3.46% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 15.66% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7101

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 71011020: Natural Pearls – Worked](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71011020/) | ₹31 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 71012200: Cultured Pearls – Worked](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71012200/) | ₹19 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 71012100: Cultured Pearls – Unworked](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71012100/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 71011010: Natural Pearls – Unworked (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |