Unworked synthetic gemstones from India
India exported $54.0 million of unworked synthetic gemstones (HS 7104.21) in FY2025-26, down 23% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 13% US import duty, against 23% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 13%China 23%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $54MDown 22.9% on last year
- HS code
- 7104.21Page 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.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7104.21.00.00 | Other, unworked or simply sawn or roughly shaped: Diamonds | 3% | 13% | 23% |
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 unworked synthetic gemstones
India's exports to all countries under HS 7104.21, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- 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 unworked synthetic gemstones from India?
13% on the US tariff line for this code, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 23%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for unworked synthetic gemstones?
7104.21, under heading 7104 (Synthetic or reconstructed precious or semiprecious stones, whether or not worked or graded but not strung, mounted or set; ungraded synthetic or reconstructed precious or semiprecious stones, temporarily strung for convenience of transport). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export unworked synthetic gemstones?
Yes. India exported $54.0 million under HS 7104.21 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.