GSTN Issued Advisory on E-Way Bill Generation for Goods Under Chapter 71

GSTN Update dated 6th February, 2025

Pursuant to the introduction of the E-way bill (EWB) for goods classified under Chapter 71, (excluding HSN 7117 for Imitation Jewellery) in the state of Kerala for intra-state movement, the National Informatics Centre (NIC) had provided an option to generate such EWBs under the category ’EWB for Gold’ on the EWB portal.

However, it was observed that various industry stakeholders have voluntarily been generating EWBs for goods under Chapter 71 due to the availability of this option in the EWB system. In this regard, it is now clarified by GSTN through advisory that while the system previously allowed EWB generation for goods under Chapter 71, but now this facility has been withdrawn.

Accordingly, taxpayers and transporters who are engaged in the movement of goods under Chapter 71 (except HSN 7117) are advised that EWB generation is not required. Additionally, it is to be noted that EWB generation remains mandatory for intra-state movement of such goods within Kerala.

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