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# HSN Code 71131960: Miscellaneous Stones

- [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 7113: Jewellery & parts of precious metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7113/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Of precious metal whether or not plated or clad with precious metal: Of other precious metal, whether or not plated or clad with precious metal : Parts | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 71131960 ?

It includes Silver Articles of Goldsmiths or Silversmiths

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Miscellaneous Stones?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Miscellaneous Stones?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Miscellaneous Stones?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Miscellaneous Stones is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Miscellaneous Stones?

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 71131960 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹120 Cr (−65.36% YoY) — 0.0033% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹7,411 Cr (−42.50% YoY) — 0.1220% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹7,291 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12583 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7113: 0.11% of its exports; import side 34.60%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7113: #16 of 30 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 2.23% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2431 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +235.65% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7113: 0.11% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 71131960

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. 7113 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7113 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 105.18 | 0.0046% | — | 0.12% | 184.92 | 0.0052% | — | 4.15% | −79.74 | #1955 |
| FY 2019-20 | 115.76 | 0.0053% | +10.06% | 0.12% | 254.86 | 0.0076% | +37.82% | 5.58% | −139.10 | #1853 |
| FY 2020-21 | 55.07 | 0.0026% | −52.43% | 0.11% | 171.54 | 0.0059% | −32.69% | 7.86% | −116.47 | #2790 |
| FY 2021-22 | 110.16 | 0.0035% | +100.04% | 0.13% | 336.17 | 0.0074% | +95.97% | 7.15% | −226.01 | #2277 |
| FY 2022-23 | 103.28 | 0.0029% | −6.25% | 0.10% | 416.10 | 0.0072% | +23.78% | 4.55% | −312.82 | #2483 |
| FY 2023-24 | 346.66 | 0.0096% | +235.65% | 0.32% | 12,887.76 | 0.2295% | +2,997.27% | 47.61% | −12,541.10 | #1265 |
| FY 2024-25 | 120.09 | 0.0033% | −65.36% | 0.11% | 7,410.89 | 0.1220% | −42.50% | 34.60% | −7,290.80 | #2431 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 2.23%/yr, imports 84.99%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 71131960 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 2.23% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 71131960 have grown at a compound annual rate of 2.23% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹105.18 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹120.09 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71131960 ranked #2431 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 71131960 ranks #2431 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7113, it ranks #16 of 30. By trade surplus, it ranks #12583 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 71131960 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 71131960 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 235.65% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹7,290.80 Crore in HSN Code 71131960 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹7,410.89 Cr exceeded exports of ₹120.09 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹7,290.80 Crore — ranking #12583 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 84.99% CAGR signals rising demand for Miscellaneous Stones

India's imports under HSN Code 71131960 have grown at 84.99% CAGR, reaching ₹7,410.89 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71131960 contributes 0.11% of Sub-Chapter 7113 exports — ranked #16

Among the 30 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7113, HSN Code 71131960 ranks #16 by export value — accounting for 0.11% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 34.60% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7113

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 71131911: Studded with pearls](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71131911/) | ₹42,292 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 71131913: Studded with diamonds of heading 7104](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71131913/) | ₹27,886 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 71131914: Studded with other precious and semi-precious stones](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71131914/) | ₹9,272 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 71131915: Gold jew. studded other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71131915/) | ₹7,966 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 71131919: Unstudded](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71131919/) | ₹7,945 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 71131143: Studded with diamonds of heading 7104](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71131143/) | ₹4,456 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 71131145: Silver jewellery, stone-studded](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71131145/) | ₹1,140 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 71131923: Studded with diamonds of heading 7104](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71131923/) | ₹1,127 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 71131149: Unstudded](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71131149/) | ₹1,083 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 71131141: Studded with pearls](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71131141/) | ₹842 Cr |
| #16 | HSN Code 71131960: Miscellaneous Stones (this hsn code) | ₹120 Cr |