Export HS Code 71011010 (Natural pearls: Unworked) to Japan
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India–Japan Trade Data for HS 7101
India exported $2.10M worth of natural pearls: unworked (HS 7101) to Japan in 2024. This represents a 37.1% decrease from 2023.
India also imported $12.01M of this product category from Japan in 2024.
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Exporting Natural pearls: Unworked to Japan
Trade Agreement Benefit: India and Japan have a India-Japan CEPA which may offer preferential duty rates for this product category. Apply for a Certificate of Origin to claim reduced tariffs.
Exporting natural pearls: unworked (HS Code 71011010) from India to Japan requires attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations. Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both DGFT export regulations and Japan's import requirements.
Key considerations include proper classification under HS 71011010, accurate valuation, and meeting any product-specific standards or certifications required by Japan. Payment terms commonly used include Letter of Credit (L/C), Documents against Payment (D/P), and advance payment.
Shipping from India to Japan typically takes 5–15 days by sea, depending on the port of origin and destination. Major Indian ports serving this route include JNPT (Mumbai), Mundra, and Chennai.
Documentation Required
Commercial Invoice
Detailed invoice with buyer/seller details, product description, quantity, price, and Incoterms.
Packing List
Itemized list of contents, weights, dimensions, and package markings for each shipment unit.
Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
Transport document issued by the carrier confirming receipt of goods for shipment.
Certificate of Origin
Certifies that goods originate from India. Required for preferential tariff treatment under trade agreements.
Shipping Bill
Filed with Indian Customs for export clearance. Generated through ICEGATE.
Letter of Credit / Bank Documents
Payment guarantee instrument. Commonly used for first-time trade partners.
Insurance Certificate
Proof of marine/cargo insurance covering the shipment against loss or damage.
Kimberley Process Certificate
Required for rough diamond exports certifying conflict-free origin.
Related HS Codes in Chapter 71
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