HSN Code 71171990 represents Other Base Metal Imitation Jewellery under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Other Base Metal Imitation Jewellery correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 71171990, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Other Base Metal Imitation Jewellery.
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HSN Code 71171990 relates to the following description.
Description of Goods
Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal : Other : Other
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
7117 - Imitation jewellery
CGST
1.5%
SGST
1.5%
IGST
3%
CESS
0%
Other Base Metal Imitation Jewellery does not include products with the following descriptions.
Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal : Cuff-links and studs
Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal : Other : Bangles
Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal : Other : German silver jewellery
Other : Jewellery studded with imitation pearls or imitation or synthetic stones
Other : Other
Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal : Cuff-links and studs
Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal : Other : Bangles
Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal : Other : German silver jewellery
Other : Jewellery studded with imitation pearls or imitation or synthetic stones
Other : Other
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India’s Exports
FY 2025-26₹230 Cr
0.0059% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2025-26₹141 Cr
0.0021% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2025-26₹89 Cr
Surplus rank #1781 of 12872 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 7117
FY 2025-2619.76%
Share of Sub-Chapter 7117’s total exports in FY 2025-26
Import side: 43.17% of Sub-Chapter 7117’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 7117
FY 2025-26#2 of 6
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 7117
Import-side rank: #2 of 6
At a glance
0.36%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years
#1796
National Export Rank
of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26
+20.71%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move
19.76%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7117
Share of Sub-Chapter 7117 exports in FY 2025-26
8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
+155.29
Exports
224.32 ₹ Cr
0.0098% share
— YoY
16.24% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
69.03 ₹ Cr
0.0019% share
— YoY
24.83% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+184.35
Exports
225.67 ₹ Cr
0.0103% share
+0.60% YoY
17.10% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
41.32 ₹ Cr
0.0012% share
−40.14% YoY
14.63% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+121.30
Exports
165.03 ₹ Cr
0.0077% share
−26.87% YoY
16.02% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
43.73 ₹ Cr
0.0015% share
+5.83% YoY
31.40% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+127.33
Exports
199.21 ₹ Cr
0.0063% share
+20.71% YoY
15.92% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
71.88 ₹ Cr
0.0016% share
+64.37% YoY
34.16% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+98.60
Exports
202.25 ₹ Cr
0.0056% share
+1.53% YoY
16.44% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
103.65 ₹ Cr
0.0018% share
+44.20% YoY
45.82% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+92.09
Exports
203.50 ₹ Cr
0.0056% share
+0.62% YoY
17.12% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
111.41 ₹ Cr
0.0020% share
+7.49% YoY
42.68% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+83.33
Exports
199.11 ₹ Cr
0.0054% share
−2.16% YoY
17.25% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
115.78 ₹ Cr
0.0019% share
+3.92% YoY
41.66% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+89.30
Exports
230.08 ₹ Cr
0.0059% share
+15.55% YoY
19.76% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
140.78 ₹ Cr
0.0021% share
+21.59% YoY
43.17% of Sub-Ch. 7117
CAGR · 8-Year
Exports
0.36% /yr
Imports
10.72% /yr
reference, FY 2025-26
Export
₹1,164.60 Cr
Import
₹326.12 Cr
Trade Balance
+838.48
India's exports under HSN Code 71171990 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.36% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹224.32 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹230.08 Crore in FY 2025-26.
In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 71171990 ranks #1796 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7117, it ranks #2 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #1781 of 12872.
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 71171990 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 20.71% over the prior year.
In FY 2025-26, India's exports of ₹230.08 Cr exceeded imports of ₹140.78 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹89.30 Crore — ranking #1781 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.
India's imports under HSN Code 71171990 have grown at 10.72% CAGR, reaching ₹140.78 Crore in FY 2025-26.
Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7117, HSN Code 71171990 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 19.76% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 43.17% share (rank #2).
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 71171990 and GST compliance.
It includes Other Base Metal Imitation Jewellery
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.
If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.
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.
Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other Base Metal Imitation Jewellery; Nil for exempt items if applicable).
Under HSN 71171990, Other Base Metal Imitation Jewellery attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.
Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.