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# HSN Code 71171920: Base Metal Coins

- [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 7117: Imitation Jewelry](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7117/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal : Other : German silver jewellery | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 71171920 ?

It includes Other Imitation jewellery

### Any common misclassification issue with Base Metal Coins?

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 Base Metal Coins?

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 Coins is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Base Metal Coins?

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 Coins?

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 71171920 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹1 Cr (+126.42% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2 Cr (+218.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −< ₹1 Crore (Deficit); surplus rank #7627 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7117: 0.10% of its exports; import side 0.57%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7117: #6 of 6 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 24.01% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8087 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +133.33% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7117: 0.10% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 71171920

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. 7117 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7117 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.02% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.21% | −0.24 | #8468 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +42.42% | 0.04% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −61.40% | 0.08% | +0.25 | #8241 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −12.77% | 0.04% | 1.19 | 0.0000% | +440.91% | 0.85% | −0.78 | #8379 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −48.78% | 0.02% | 2.63 | 0.0001% | +121.01% | 1.25% | −2.42 | #9176 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +133.33% | 0.04% | 1.99 | 0.0000% | −24.33% | 0.88% | −1.50 | #8693 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +8.16% | 0.04% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −74.87% | 0.19% | +0.03 | #8755 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.20 | 0.0000% | +126.42% | 0.10% | 1.59 | 0.0000% | +218.00% | 0.57% | −0.39 | #8087 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 24.01%/yr, imports 18.65%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 71171920 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 24.01% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 71171920 have grown at a compound annual rate of 24.01% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.33 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.20 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71171920 ranked #8087 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 71171920 ranks #8087 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7117, it ranks #6 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #7627 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 71171920 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 71171920 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 133.33% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹0.39 Crore in HSN Code 71171920 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1.59 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.20 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.39 Crore — ranking #7627 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 18.65% CAGR signals rising demand for Base Metal Coins

India's imports under HSN Code 71171920 have grown at 18.65% CAGR, reaching ₹1.59 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71171920 contributes 0.10% of Sub-Chapter 7117 exports — ranked #6

Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7117, HSN Code 71171920 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 0.10% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.57% share (rank #6).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7117

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 71179090: Other Imitation jewellery](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71179090/) | ₹785 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 71171990: Other Coin Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71171990/) | ₹199 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 71179010: Other Imitation Jewellery](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71179010/) | ₹99 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 71171910: Other Precious Metal Coins](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71171910/) | ₹67 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 71171100: Precious Coins of Gold, Silver](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71171100/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #6 | HSN Code 71171920: Base Metal Coins (this hsn code) | ₹1 Cr |