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# HSN Code 71179090: Other Imitation jewellery

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Other | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 71179090 ?

It includes Pig Iron and Iron Ore

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Imitation jewellery?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Other Imitation jewellery is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Other Imitation jewellery?

Under HSN 71179090, Other Imitation jewellery attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Imitation jewellery?

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 Other 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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Imitation jewellery?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 71179090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹785 Cr (−7.20% YoY) — 0.0213% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹149 Cr (+8.77% YoY) — 0.0025% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹636 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #508 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7117: 68.05% of its exports; import side 53.75%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7117: #1 of 6 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -0.72% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #651 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +34.41% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7117: 68.05% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 71179090

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 | 820.20 | 0.0359% | — | 59.40% | 195.33 | 0.0054% | — | 70.27% | +624.87 | #414 |
| FY 2019-20 | 765.12 | 0.0348% | −6.72% | 57.97% | 226.36 | 0.0068% | +15.89% | 80.15% | +538.76 | #446 |
| FY 2020-21 | 604.25 | 0.0281% | −21.03% | 58.65% | 90.86 | 0.0031% | −59.86% | 65.25% | +513.39 | #575 |
| FY 2021-22 | 812.19 | 0.0259% | +34.41% | 64.91% | 127.12 | 0.0028% | +39.91% | 60.42% | +685.07 | #554 |
| FY 2022-23 | 844.62 | 0.0233% | +3.99% | 68.68% | 109.20 | 0.0019% | −14.10% | 48.27% | +735.42 | #586 |
| FY 2023-24 | 846.35 | 0.0234% | +0.20% | 71.19% | 137.35 | 0.0024% | +25.78% | 52.62% | +709.00 | #590 |
| FY 2024-25 | 785.42 | 0.0213% | −7.20% | 68.05% | 149.40 | 0.0025% | +8.77% | 53.75% | +636.02 | #651 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -0.72%/yr, imports -4.37%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 71179090 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -0.72% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 71179090 have declined at a compound annual rate of -0.72% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹820.20 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹785.42 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71179090 ranked #651 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 71179090 ranks #651 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7117, it ranks #1 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #508 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 71179090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 71179090 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 34.41% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹636.02 Crore in HSN Code 71179090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹785.42 Cr exceeded imports of ₹149.40 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹636.02 Crore — ranking #508 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -4.37% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Imitation jewellery

India's imports under HSN Code 71179090 have grown at -4.37% CAGR, reaching ₹149.40 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 71179090 contributes 68.05% of Sub-Chapter 7117 exports — ranked #1

Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7117, HSN Code 71179090 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 68.05% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 53.75% share (rank #1).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71171920/) | ₹1 Cr |