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# HSN Code 71061000: Precious Metal-Clad Articles

- [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 7106: Silver in various forms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7106/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Powder | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 71061000 ?

It includes Precious Metal Powders and Waste

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Precious Metal-Clad Articles is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Precious Metal-Clad Articles; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Any common misclassification issue with Precious Metal-Clad Articles?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Precious Metal-Clad Articles?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Precious Metal-Clad Articles?

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

### How much GST applies to Precious Metal-Clad Articles?

Under HSN 71061000, Precious Metal-Clad Articles attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Precious Metal-Clad Articles?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 71061000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹19 Cr (+190.28% YoY) — 0.0005% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹37 Cr (+5.23% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹18 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9475 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7106: 0.46% of its exports; import side 0.09%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7106: #4 of 7 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 142.98% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4989 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +2,093.75% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7106: 0.46% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 71061000

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. 7106 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7106 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.11% | 14.45 | 0.0004% | — | 0.06% | −14.36 | #9231 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +255.56% | 0.47% | 4.27 | 0.0001% | −70.45% | 0.02% | −3.95 | #8530 |
| FY 2020-21 | 7.02 | 0.0003% | +2,093.75% | 0.21% | 15.67 | 0.0005% | +266.98% | 0.26% | −8.65 | #5509 |
| FY 2021-22 | 11.67 | 0.0004% | +66.24% | 3.21% | 30.15 | 0.0007% | +92.41% | 0.12% | −18.48 | #5288 |
| FY 2022-23 | 16.14 | 0.0004% | +38.30% | 2.81% | 40.30 | 0.0007% | +33.67% | 0.10% | −24.16 | #4965 |
| FY 2023-24 | 6.38 | 0.0002% | −60.47% | 1.21% | 34.80 | 0.0006% | −13.65% | 0.08% | −28.42 | #6273 |
| FY 2024-25 | 18.52 | 0.0005% | +190.28% | 0.46% | 36.62 | 0.0006% | +5.23% | 0.09% | −18.10 | #4989 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 142.98%/yr, imports 16.76%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 71061000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 142.98% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 71061000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 142.98% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.09 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹18.52 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71061000 ranked #4989 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 71061000 ranks #4989 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7106, it ranks #4 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #9475 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 71061000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 71061000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 2,093.75% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹18.10 Crore in HSN Code 71061000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹36.62 Cr exceeded exports of ₹18.52 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹18.10 Crore — ranking #9475 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 16.76% CAGR signals rising demand for Precious Metal-Clad Articles

India's imports under HSN Code 71061000 have grown at 16.76% CAGR, reaching ₹36.62 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71061000 contributes 0.46% of Sub-Chapter 7106 exports — ranked #4

Among the 7 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7106, HSN Code 71061000 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 0.46% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.09% share (rank #6).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7106

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 71069220: Other Precious Metal Waste](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71069220/) | ₹3,283 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 71069290: Other Precious Metal Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71069290/) | ₹630 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 71069110: Unwrought Gold](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71069110/) | ₹91 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 71061000: Precious Metal-Clad Articles (this hsn code) | ₹19 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 71069210: Precious Metal Powders and Waste](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71069210/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 71069190: Other Unwrought Precious Metals](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71069190/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 71069100: Unstudded](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71069100/) | Nil |