Import duty on Chrysoberyl, including cat's-eye (precious stones), rough (HS 71031033) from the UAE to India
HS 71031033 · UAE to India · PRECIOUS STONES
Data last updated: · MFN duty & IGST verified against ICEGATE (Indian Customs EDI). CEPA preferential rate per the India–UAE CEPA schedule. Verify your exact HS line before filing.
Duty breakdown on a ₹10,00,000 shipment
| Component | Standard (MFN) | CEPA |
|---|---|---|
| Basic customs duty | ₹1,00,000 | ₹0 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge | ₹10,000 | ₹0 |
| IGST | ₹2,775 | ₹2,500 |
| Total duty | ₹1,12,775 | ₹2,500 |
CEPA duty saving on this example: ₹1,10,275 . Run your own numbers in the import-duty estimator.
What drives the rate
Importing chrysoberyl, including cat's-eye (precious stones), rough (HS 71031033) from the UAE to India attracts a standard MFN basic customs duty of 10%. Under the India–UAE CEPA the preferential basic customs duty is 0%. On a sample assessable value of ₹10,00,000, total duty falls from ₹1,12,775 at the MFN rate to ₹2,500 with CEPA — a saving of ₹1,10,275 per shipment. Chrysoberyl and its prized cat's-eye variety are niche but high-margin coloured stones cut in Jaipur and Mumbai. The line rides the same 10%-to-zero basic-duty cut as other precious stones, with the very low IGST band that applies across Chapter 71. The catch is origin: the 40% value-content rule is demanding for rough stones that pass through the UAE largely untouched. Treat the Certificate of Origin as the binding document — without a valid eCoO 2.0 certificate the preference is refused and duty reverts to MFN, regardless of how the parcel was invoiced. Social Welfare Surcharge adds 10% on the basic duty and 0.25% IGST applies on top — though IGST is recoverable as input tax credit, so the lasting benefit is the basic-duty saving. Always confirm the live rate for HS 71031033 on ICEGATE or CBIC before filing.
Import compliance & clearances
Beyond duty, importing chrysoberyl, including cat's-eye (precious stones), rough (HS 71031033) into India requires the following regulatory clearances. The CEPA preferential rate does not waive any of these — they apply regardless of origin.
- DGFT Valid IEC (Importer-Exporter Code) required; ITC(HS) import policy: Free source ↗
Indicative and non-exhaustive — verify the current DGFT / BIS / FSSAI / CDSCO notification for your exact 8-digit HS line before importing. Not customs or legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the import duty on chrysoberyl, including cat's-eye (precious stones), rough from the UAE to India?
- The standard MFN basic customs duty is 10%; under India–UAE CEPA the preferential rate is 0%. SWS adds 10% on the basic duty and 0.25% IGST applies on the CIF + BCD + SWS base.
- How much can CEPA save on chrysoberyl, including cat's-eye (precious stones), rough?
- On a CIF value of ₹10,00,000, total duty falls from ₹1,12,775 (MFN) to ₹2,500 (CEPA) — about ₹1,10,275 saved per shipment, scaling with consignment value.
- What do I need to claim the CEPA rate on chrysoberyl, including cat's-eye (precious stones), rough?
- A valid preferential Certificate of Origin (eCoO 2.0) proving UAE origin under the Rules of Origin. Without it, customs charges the 10% MFN rate.