Q3HSN Code 7018
Glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious
Glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares, and articles thereof other than imitation jewellery, glass eyes other than prosthetic articles, statuettes and other ornaments of lamp-worked glass, other than imitation jewellery, glass microspheres not exceeding 1 mm in diameter
GST rate
| Bangles | 5% |
| Beads | 5% |
| Glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares › Other | 5% |
| Glass beads | 5% |
| Imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares, and articles thereof other than imitation jewellery; glass eyes other than prosthetic articles; statuettes and other ornaments of lamp-worked glass, other than imitation jewellery; glass microspheres not exceeding 1 mm in diameter | 18% |
| Glass bangles (except those made from precious metals) | Nil |
| Glass statues | 5% |
Codes under 7018
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 7018 10 | Glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares: | 5% |
| 7018 10 10 | Bangles | 5% |
| 7018 10 20 | Beads | 5% |
| 7018 20 | Glass microspheres not exceeding 1 mm in diameter | Varies |
| 7018 90 | Glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares, and articles thereof other than imitation jewellery, glass eyes other than prosthetic articles, statuettes and other ornaments of lamp-worked glass, other than imitation jewellery, glass microspheres not exceeding 1 mm in diameter › Other | Varies |
| 7018 90 10 | Glass statues | 5% |
← Chapter 70: Glass, glassware and glass bottles
Related HSN codes
7019Glass fibres (including glass wool) and articles thereof7017Laboratory, hygienic or pharmaceutical glassware7020Other articles of glass — glass and glassware7016Paving blocks, slabs, bricks, squares, tiles and other7001Cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, excluding glass7015Clock or watch glasses and similar glasses, glasses
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious?
The HSN code for glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious is 7018, under Chapter 70 (Glass, glassware and glass bottles).
What is the GST rate on glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious?
It depends on the specific item: bangles is 5%; beads is 5%; glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares › other is 5%; glass beads is 5%; imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares, and articles thereof other than imitation jewellery; glass eyes other than prosthetic articles; statuettes and other ornaments of lamp-worked glass, other than imitation jewellery; glass microspheres not exceeding 1 mm in diameter is 18%; glass bangles (except those made from precious metals) is Nil; glass statues is 5%.
How many digits of the HSN code go on a GST invoice?
It depends on your turnover in the previous financial year: businesses above ₹5 crore generally show 6 digits (8 for certain specified goods), and smaller businesses show 4 digits on B2B invoices. Check the current e-invoicing/HSN notification for the exact threshold that applies to you.
Rates as per Notifications No. 13/2025-Central Tax (Rate), 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate) and 10/2025-Central Tax (Rate), as amended, as of 7 October 2026. For guidance only — verify with your tax advisor.