HSN Codes for Gold, Jewellery & Precious Stones

Gold, jewellery & precious stones — HSN codes with applicable GST rates for 2026.

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Chapter 71 covers precious metals, gems and jewellery — gold, silver, platinum, diamonds, precious and semi-precious stones, imitation jewellery and articles thereof. Jewellers and bullion traders bill using these codes.

This chapter has its own special low rate structure. Gold, silver and articles of jewellery are taxed at a concessional rate, rough diamonds at a very low rate, and making charges are treated as part of the supply. Because the rates here differ sharply from the standard slabs, always confirm the exact figure in the table below.

Whether you are billing gold ornaments or loose diamonds, use the table to apply the correct HSN code and GST rate.

HSN Codes & GST Rates

Rates are indicative — verify before you invoice. The rates below are compiled from publicly available GST rate schedules as on July 2026. GST rates and HSN/SAC classifications change through government notifications, and there is no single official consolidated HSN-wise rate list. Always confirm the current rate on the CBIC-GST portal or with a Chartered Accountant before issuing an invoice or filing a return.
HSN CodeDescriptionGST Rate
71 Rupee notes or coins when sold to Reserve Bank of India or the government of India 0% (Exempt)
7101 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 3%
7102 Rough diamonds or simply sawn diamonds, industrial or non- industrial 0.25%
7102 Goods other than those specified against S. No. 1 in Schedule V 1.5%
7103 Precious stones (other than diamonds) and semi-precious 0.25%
7104 Synthetic or reconstructed precious or semi-precious stones [other than diamonds], whether or not worked or graded but not strung, mounted or set; ungraded synthetic or reconstructed precious or semi-precious stones [other than diamonds],... 0.25%
7104 Goods other than those specified against S. No. 3 in Schedule V 1.5%
7105 Dust and powder of natural or synthetic precious or semi- precious stones 3%
7106 Silver (including silver plated with gold or platinum), unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form 3%
7107 Base metals clad with silver, not further worked than semi- manufactured 3%
7108 Gold (including gold plated with platinum) unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form 3%
7109 Base metals or silver, clad with gold, not further worked than semi-manufactured 3%
7110 Platinum, unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form 3%
7111 Base metals, silver or gold, clad with platinum, not further worked than semi-manufactured 3%
7112 Waste 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. 3%
7113 Articles of jewellery and parts thereof, of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal 3%
7114 Articles of goldsmiths' or silversmiths' wares and parts thereof, of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal 3%
7115 Other articles of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal 3%
7116 Articles of natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed) 3%
7117 Imitation jewellery [other than bangles of lac/shellac] 3%
7117 Bangles of lac/shellac 0% (Exempt)
7118 Coin 3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GST rate on gold jewellery?

Gold and gold jewellery are taxed at a concessional rate (well below the standard slabs), with making charges generally forming part of the taxable value. Confirm the current figure from the rate column.

How is GST charged on making charges?

Making charges are treated as part of the value of the jewellery supply and are taxed accordingly. Many jewellers bill the metal value and making charges together on one line under the jewellery HSN code.

How many digits of the HSN code do I need to put on my invoice?

It depends on your aggregate annual turnover. Businesses with turnover up to ₹5 crore must quote at least a 4-digit HSN code (a 2-digit code is allowed for B2C supplies below the threshold), while those above ₹5 crore must quote a 6-digit code. Many businesses use the full 8-digit code to be safe. SAC codes for services follow the same digit logic.

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Published/updated July 2026. This information is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute tax or legal advice. GST rates and HSN/SAC classifications change frequently through government notifications. RaiseBill and Pardeep Jha & Associates accept no liability for any loss arising from reliance on this data — for binding classification and current rates, refer to the CBIC-GST portal or consult a qualified Chartered Accountant.