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# HSN Sub-chapter 7101: Natural Pearls

Pearls, natural or cultured, whether or not worked or graded but not strung, mounted or set; pearls, natural or cultured, temporarily strung for convenience of transport

Part of [Chapter 71: Natural Pearls & Metals](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-71/).

- Current GST rate: 18%
- Earlier GST rate: 18%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 71011010 | [Natural Pearls – Unworked](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71011010/) |
| 71011020 | [Natural Pearls – Worked](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71011020/) |
| 71012100 | [Cultured Pearls – Unworked](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71012100/) |
| 71012200 | [Cultured Pearls – Worked](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-71012200/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 7101

It includes Natural Pearls

### How are warranty replacements of Natural Pearls handled?

If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability.

### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Natural Pearls?

Prefer separate lines per item with its HSN so each component follows its own tax treatment. If it is a naturally bundled supply, identify the principal supply and tax the whole bundle accordingly.

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Natural Pearls?

Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper.

### How should I document Natural Pearls sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Natural Pearls to the job worker. Declare movement in your records and reconcile when the goods return. If the job worker raises a service invoice, classify it under SAC; your goods remain under the original HSN.

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Natural Pearls?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Natural Pearls is sold in small pouches (e.g., 500 g) with an MRP and label, record that on the invoice. Loose bulk bags often follow a different treatment.

### Do spares or accessories of Natural Pearls follow the same HSN?

Not always. Spares are often classified by their own description or by the function/part rule. Check if a specific sub‑heading exists for parts of the main item and describe the part on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 7101 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹61 Cr (−29.38% YoY) — 0.0016% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹243 Cr (−8.03% YoY) — 0.0040% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹182 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #768 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 71: 0.02% of its exports; import side 0.03%
- Rank within Chapter 71: #13 of 18 by export value; import-side #12

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 21.77% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #887 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +227.77% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Ch. 71: 0.02% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 7101

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 Ch. 71 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 71 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 18.64 | 0.0008% | — | 0.01% | 138.98 | 0.0039% | — | 0.03% | −120.34 | #955 |
| FY 2019-20 | 12.51 | 0.0006% | −32.89% | 0.00% | 140.69 | 0.0042% | +1.23% | 0.04% | −128.18 | #986 |
| FY 2020-21 | 6.89 | 0.0003% | −44.92% | 0.00% | 41.79 | 0.0014% | −70.30% | 0.01% | −34.90 | #1022 |
| FY 2021-22 | 15.18 | 0.0005% | +120.32% | 0.01% | 133.83 | 0.0029% | +220.24% | 0.02% | −118.65 | #989 |
| FY 2022-23 | 26.25 | 0.0007% | +72.92% | 0.01% | 241.37 | 0.0042% | +80.36% | 0.04% | −215.12 | #957 |
| FY 2023-24 | 86.04 | 0.0024% | +227.77% | 0.03% | 264.42 | 0.0047% | +9.55% | 0.04% | −178.38 | #825 |
| FY 2024-25 | 60.76 | 0.0016% | −29.38% | 0.02% | 243.19 | 0.0040% | −8.03% | 0.03% | −182.43 | #887 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 21.77%/yr, imports 9.77%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 7101 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 21.77% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7101 have grown at a compound annual rate of 21.77% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹18.64 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹60.76 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 7101 ranked #887 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 7101 ranks #887 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 71, it ranks #13 of 18. By trade surplus, it ranks #768 of 1233.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 7101 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 7101 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 227.77% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹182.43 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 7101 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹243.19 Cr exceeded exports of ₹60.76 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹182.43 Crore — ranking #768 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.77% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Natural Pearls

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7101 have grown at 9.77% CAGR, reaching ₹243.19 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 7101 contributes 0.02% of Chapter 71 exports — ranked #13

Among the 18 sub-chapters under Chapter 71, HSN Sub-Chapter 7101 ranks #13 by export value — accounting for 0.02% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.03% share (rank #12).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 71

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7102: Unworked Diamonds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7102/) | ₹1,16,388 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7113: Jewellery & parts of precious metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7113/) | ₹1,06,341 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7104: Synthetic precious stones, unmounted](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7104/) | ₹11,448 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7108: Gold in unwrought or semi-forms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7108/) | ₹7,854 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7106: Silver in various forms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7106/) | ₹4,029 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7103: Reconstructed precious stone](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7103/) | ₹3,934 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7117: Imitation Jewelry](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7117/) | ₹1,154 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7112: Precious metal scrap for recovery](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7112/) | ₹1,000 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7110: Unwrought platinum](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7110/) | ₹643 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7116: Precious stone articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7116/) | ₹344 Cr |
| #13 | HSN Sub-Chapter 7101: Natural Pearls (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹61 Cr |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 7102 | [Unworked Diamonds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7102/) |
| 7103 | [Reconstructed precious stone](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7103/) |
| 7104 | [Synthetic precious stones, unmounted](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7104/) |
| 7105 | [Precious stone dust](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7105/) |
| 7106 | [Silver in various forms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7106/) |
| 7107 | [Silver-clad metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7107/) |
| 7108 | [Gold in unwrought or semi-forms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7108/) |
| 7109 | [Unprocessed staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7109/) |
| 7110 | [Unwrought platinum](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7110/) |
| 7111 | [Platinum-clad metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7111/) |
| 7112 | [Precious metal scrap for recovery](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7112/) |
| 7113 | [Jewellery & parts of precious metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7113/) |
| 7114 | [Precious metal articles & wares](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7114/) |
| 7115 | [Precious Metal Items](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7115/) |
| 7116 | [Precious stone articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7116/) |
| 7117 | [Imitation Jewelry](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7117/) |
| 7118 | [Coin](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7118/) |