HSN Code 71159010: Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal

HSN Code 71159010 represents Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 71159010, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 71159010

HSN Code 71159010 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Other: Laboratory and industrial articles of precious metal

Chapter

71 - Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin

Sub Chapter

7115 - Other articles of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal

CGST

1.5%

SGST

1.5%

IGST

3%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 71159010 not include?

Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal does not include products with the following descriptions.

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 71159010 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹20 Cr

+53.26% vs FY 2023-24

0.0005% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹471 Cr

+104.28% vs FY 2023-24

0.0077% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹451 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #11830 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 7115

FY 2024-25

73.93%

Share of Sub-Chapter 7115’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 94.97% of Sub-Chapter 7115’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 7115

FY 2024-25

#1 of 4

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 7115

Import-side rank: #1 of 4

At a glance

194.92%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#4895

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+4,233.33%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2019-20 · strongest single-year move

73.93%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7115

Share of Sub-Chapter 7115 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 71159010

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

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #9664

Balance

−5.06

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.17% of Sub-Ch. 7115

Imports

5.09 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

YoY

22.24% of Sub-Ch. 7115

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #7360

Balance

−17.49

Exports

1.30 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+4,233.33% YoY

6.90% of Sub-Ch. 7115

Imports

18.79 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+269.16% YoY

34.87% of Sub-Ch. 7115

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #6791

Balance

−1.57

Exports

2.36 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+81.54% YoY

22.87% of Sub-Ch. 7115

Imports

3.93 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−79.08% YoY

14.00% of Sub-Ch. 7115

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #6109

Balance

−1.38

Exports

6.10 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+158.47% YoY

17.30% of Sub-Ch. 7115

Imports

7.48 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+90.33% YoY

20.65% of Sub-Ch. 7115

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #5846

Balance

−79.30

Exports

8.46 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+38.69% YoY

46.69% of Sub-Ch. 7115

Imports

87.76 ₹ Cr

0.0015% share

+1,073.26% YoY

45.54% of Sub-Ch. 7115

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #5386

Balance

−217.53

Exports

12.88 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+52.25% YoY

29.73% of Sub-Ch. 7115

Imports

230.41 ₹ Cr

0.0041% share

+162.55% YoY

91.37% of Sub-Ch. 7115

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #4895

Balance

−450.95

Exports

19.74 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+53.26% YoY

73.93% of Sub-Ch. 7115

Imports

470.69 ₹ Cr

0.0077% share

+104.28% YoY

94.97% of Sub-Ch. 7115

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

194.92% /yr

Imports

112.65% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 7115 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹26.70 Cr

Import

₹495.64 Cr

Trade Balance

−468.94

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 71159010 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 194.92% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 71159010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 194.92% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.03 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹19.74 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 71159010 Ranked #4895 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 71159010 ranks #4895 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7115, it ranks #1 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #11830 of 12657.

FY 2019-20 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 71159010 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 71159010 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 4,233.33% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹450.95 Crore in HSN Code 71159010 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹470.69 Cr exceeded exports of ₹19.74 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹450.95 Crore — ranking #11830 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 112.65% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal

India's imports under HSN Code 71159010 have grown at 112.65% CAGR, reaching ₹470.69 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 71159010 Contributes 73.93% of Sub-Chapter 7115 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7115, HSN Code 71159010 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 73.93% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 94.97% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 71159010 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 71159010 ?

It includes Imitation Jewellery

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal?

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 Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal is sold with other items?

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

How much GST applies to Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal?

Under HSN 71159010, Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Any common misclassification issue with Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal?

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

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Laboratory Articles of Precious Metal?

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.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.