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# HSN Code 71070000: Base 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 7107: Silver-clad metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7107/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Base metals clad with silver, not further worked than semi-manufactured | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 71070000 ?

It includes Other Metal Ores

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Base 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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Base 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.

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

Under HSN 71070000, Base Metal-Clad Articles attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Base 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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Base 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 Base Metal-Clad Articles; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 71070000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (+54.42% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹5 Cr (+111.69% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹3 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8368 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7107: 100.00% of its exports; import side 100.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7107: #1 of 1 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 30.48% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7481 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +167.39% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7107: 100.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 71070000

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. 7107 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7107 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 100.00% | 11.28 | 0.0003% | — | 100.00% | −10.82 | #8240 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.23 | 0.0001% | +167.39% | 100.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −95.04% | 100.00% | +0.67 | #7398 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2.39 | 0.0001% | +94.31% | 100.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +33.93% | 100.00% | +1.64 | #6775 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.47 | 0.0000% | −38.49% | 100.00% | 2.24 | 0.0000% | +198.67% | 100.00% | −0.77 | #7641 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.33 | 0.0000% | −9.52% | 100.00% | 2.65 | 0.0000% | +18.30% | 100.00% | −1.32 | #7841 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.47 | 0.0000% | +10.53% | 100.00% | 2.48 | 0.0000% | −6.42% | 100.00% | −1.01 | #7880 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.27 | 0.0001% | +54.42% | 100.00% | 5.25 | 0.0001% | +111.69% | 100.00% | −2.98 | #7481 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 30.48%/yr, imports -11.97%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 71070000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 30.48% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 71070000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 30.48% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.46 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.27 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71070000 ranked #7481 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 71070000 ranks #7481 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7107, it ranks #1 of 1. By trade surplus, it ranks #8368 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 71070000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 71070000 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 167.39% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹2.98 Crore in HSN Code 71070000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹5.25 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.27 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹2.98 Crore — ranking #8368 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -11.97% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Base Metal-Clad Articles

India's imports under HSN Code 71070000 have grown at -11.97% CAGR, reaching ₹5.25 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71070000 contributes 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 7107 exports — ranked #1

Among the 1 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7107, HSN Code 71070000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 100.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 100.00% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7107

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 71070000: Base Metal-Clad Articles (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |