Non-silver precious metal jewelry from India
India exported $11.63 billion of non-silver precious metal jewelry (HS 7113.19) in FY2025-26, up 0.5% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 15% to 17% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 25% to 27% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 15%China 25%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $11.63BUp 0.5% on last year
- HS code
- 7113.19Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 6 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7113.19.10.00 | Of other precious metal, whether or not plated or clad with precious metal: Rope, curb, cable, chain and similar articles produced in continuous lengths, all the foregoing, whether or not cut to specific lengths and whether or not set with imitation pearls or imitation gemstones, suitable for use in the manufacture of articles provided for in this heading | 7% | 17% | 27% |
| 7113.19.21.00 | Necklaces and neck chains, of gold: Rope | 5% | 15% | 25% |
| 7113.19.25.00 | Necklaces and neck chains, of gold: Mixed link | 5.8% | 15.8% | 25.8% |
| 7113.19.29 | Necklaces and neck chains, of gold: Other | 5.5% | 15.5% | 25.5% |
| 7113.19.30.00 | Other: Clasps and parts thereof | 5.8% | 15.8% | 25.8% |
| 7113.19.50 | Other: Other | 5.5% | 15.5% | 25.5% |
Totals include the Section 301 duty on goods from India or China and any Section 232 metals duty. They exclude anti-dumping and countervailing duties and customs fees. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of non-silver precious metal jewelry
India's exports to all countries under HS 7113.19, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 7113.19 is 2.5%, from 2021 data. It doesn't include India's GSP preference, so goods from India may pay less. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0% of FOB value for exporters. The scheme was notified until 30 September 2026, so check with DGFT whether it's been extended.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on non-silver precious metal jewelry from India?
15% to 17% on the 6 US tariff lines under HS 7113.19, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 25% to 27%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for non-silver precious metal jewelry?
7113.19, under heading 7113 (Articles of jewelry and parts thereof, of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export non-silver precious metal jewelry?
Yes. India exported $11.63 billion under HS 7113.19 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.