71Chapter (2-digit)Section XIV

HSN Code 71 – Natural Or Cultured Pearls, Precious Or Semi-Precious Stones, Precious Metals, Metals…

Full GST classification for Natural Or Cultured Pearls, Precious Or Semi-Precious Stones, Precious Metals, Metals… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

71

Chapter

71

Digits

2-digit

Section

XIV

What is HSN Code 71?

HSN code 71 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Natural Or Cultured Pearls, Precious Or Semi-Precious Stones, Precious Metals, Metals… under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 2-digit code sitting at the chapter (2-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 71 — Natural Or Cultured Pearls, Precious Or Semi-Precious Stones,…, which is part of Section XIV: Pearls, Precious Stones & Metals. Every GST-registered business supplying natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals… must quote HSN 71 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 71

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter71natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin

GST rate for HSN 71

Goods under HSN 71 attract GST at one of the five standard slabs. The exact rate depends on the specific product and the latest GST Council notification — always confirm before invoicing.

0%

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

5%

Merit rate

Essentials, packaged food, transport

12%

Standard-low

Processed food, mobiles, apparel > ₹1,000

18%

Standard

Most goods, electronics, services

28%

Demerit / luxury

Cars, cement, aerated drinks, tobacco

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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
7101pearls, 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
7102diamonds, whether or not worked, but not mounted or set
7103precious stones (other than diamonds) and semi precious stones, whether or not worked or graded but not strung, mounted or set, ungraded precious stones (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, temporarily strung for convenience of transport.
7104synthetic or reconstructed precious or semiprecious stones, whether or not worked or graded but not strung, mounted or set; ungraded synthetic or reconstructed precious or semi-precious stones, temporarily strung for convenience of transport
7105dust and powder of natural or synthetic precious or semi-precious stones
7106silver (including silver plated with gold or platinum), unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form
7107base metals clad with silver, not further worked than semi-manufactured
7108gold (including gold plated with platinum unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form
7109base metals or silver, clad with gold, not further worked than semi-manufactured
7110platinum, unwrought or in semi-manufactured form, or in powder form
7111base metals, silver or gold, clad with platinum, not further worked than semimanufactured
7112waste and scrap of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal; other waste and scrap containing precious metal or precious metal compounds, of a kind used principally for the recovery of precious metal other than goods of heading 8549
7113articles of jewellery and parts thereof, of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal
7114articles of goldsmiths' or silversmiths' wares and parts thereof, of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal
7115other articles of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal
7116articles of natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones(natural, synthetic or reconstructed)
7117imitation jewellery
7118coin
7123mushrooms, wood ears (auricularia spp.), jelly fungi (tremella spp.) and truffles
7133beans (vigna spp., phaseolus spp.)

HSN Code 71 — FAQs

What is HSN code 71?

HSN code 71 classifies "Natural Or Cultured Pearls, Precious Or Semi-Precious Stones, Precious Metals, Metals…" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 71 (Natural Or Cultured Pearls, Precious Or Semi-Precious Stones,…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 71?

71 is a 2-digit HSN code — a chapter (2-digit). Businesses declare 4-digit HSN (turnover up to ₹5 crore) or 6-digit HSN (above ₹5 crore) on GST invoices; 8-digit codes are used for exports and imports.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 71?

Goods under HSN 71 are taxed at one of the GST slabs — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28% — depending on the exact product and the latest GST Council notification. Use the Laabam.One GST Rate Finder to confirm the current rate for Natural Or Cultured Pearls, Precious Or Semi-Precious Stones, Precious Metals, Metals….

Which chapter does HSN code 71 belong to?

HSN 71 belongs to Chapter 71 — Natural Or Cultured Pearls, Precious Or Semi-Precious Stones,…, part of Section XIV: Pearls, Precious Stones & Metals.

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