HSN Code 71179090 represents Other Imitation jewellery under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Other Imitation jewellery correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 71179090, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Other Imitation jewellery.
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HSN Code 71179090 relates to the following description.
Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin
Imitation jewellery
Other : Other
0% or 1.5%
0% or 1.5%
0% or 3%
0%
Exempt for bangles of lac or shellac; 3% for other imitation jewellery.
Description of Goods
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
0% or 1.5%
SGST
0% or 1.5%
IGST
0% or 3%
CESS
0%
Exempt for bangles of lac or shellac; 3% for other imitation jewellery.
Other 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
Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal : Other : Other
Other : Jewellery studded with imitation pearls or imitation or synthetic stones
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
Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal : Other : Other
Other : Jewellery studded with imitation pearls or imitation or synthetic stones
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India’s Exports
FY 2025-26₹793 Cr
0.0203% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2025-26₹165 Cr
0.0024% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2025-26₹627 Cr
Surplus rank #572 of 12872 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 7117
FY 2025-2668.05%
Share of Sub-Chapter 7117’s total exports in FY 2025-26
Import side: 50.72% of Sub-Chapter 7117’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 7117
FY 2025-26#1 of 6
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 7117
Import-side rank: #1 of 6
At a glance
−0.49%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years
#731
National Export Rank
of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26
+34.41%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move
68.05%
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
+624.87
Exports
820.20 ₹ Cr
0.0359% share
— YoY
59.40% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
195.33 ₹ Cr
0.0054% share
— YoY
70.27% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+538.76
Exports
765.12 ₹ Cr
0.0348% share
−6.72% YoY
57.97% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
226.36 ₹ Cr
0.0068% share
+15.89% YoY
80.15% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+513.39
Exports
604.25 ₹ Cr
0.0281% share
−21.03% YoY
58.65% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
90.86 ₹ Cr
0.0031% share
−59.86% YoY
65.25% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+685.07
Exports
812.19 ₹ Cr
0.0259% share
+34.41% YoY
64.91% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
127.12 ₹ Cr
0.0028% share
+39.91% YoY
60.42% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+735.42
Exports
844.62 ₹ Cr
0.0233% share
+3.99% YoY
68.68% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
109.20 ₹ Cr
0.0019% share
−14.10% YoY
48.27% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+709.00
Exports
846.35 ₹ Cr
0.0234% share
+0.20% YoY
71.19% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
137.35 ₹ Cr
0.0024% share
+25.78% YoY
52.62% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+636.02
Exports
785.42 ₹ Cr
0.0213% share
−7.20% YoY
68.05% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
149.40 ₹ Cr
0.0025% share
+8.77% YoY
53.75% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Balance
+627.13
Exports
792.54 ₹ Cr
0.0203% share
+0.91% YoY
68.05% of Sub-Ch. 7117
Imports
165.41 ₹ Cr
0.0024% share
+10.72% YoY
50.72% of Sub-Ch. 7117
CAGR · 8-Year
Exports
−0.49% /yr
Imports
−2.35% /yr
reference, FY 2025-26
Export
₹1,164.60 Cr
Import
₹326.12 Cr
Trade Balance
+838.48
India's exports under HSN Code 71179090 have declined at a compound annual rate of −0.49% over 8 fiscal years, falling from ₹820.20 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹792.54 Crore in FY 2025-26.
In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 71179090 ranks #731 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7117, it ranks #1 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #572 of 12872.
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.
In FY 2025-26, India's exports of ₹792.54 Cr exceeded imports of ₹165.41 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹627.13 Crore — ranking #572 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.
India's imports under HSN Code 71179090 have grown at −2.35% CAGR, reaching ₹165.41 Crore in FY 2025-26.
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 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 50.72% share (rank #1).
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 71179090 and GST compliance.
It includes Pig Iron and Iron Ore
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 Imitation jewellery; Nil for exempt items if applicable).
Under HSN 71179090, Other 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.
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.