India Export Policy Checker
15220020 Prohibited

The soap and detergent manufacturing industry relies on soap stocks—residual materials from soap production processes—as feedstock for further processing and value addition. HSN code 15220020 classifies these byproducts, which typically contain fatty matter and are used in cosmetics, industrial cleaning formulations, and biodiesel production. Exports of this commodity are prohibited from India, though domestic consumption within registered manufacturing facilities remains permissible under applicable regulations.

HSN code 15220020 (The soap and detergent manufacturing industry relies on soap stocks—residual materials from soap production processes—as feedstock for further processing and value addition. HSN code 15220020 classifies these byproducts, which typically contain fatty matter and are used in cosmetics, industrial cleaning formulations, and biodiesel production. Exports of this commodity are prohibited from India, though domestic consumption within registered manufacturing facilities remains permissible under applicable regulations.) is classified as Prohibited under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — export is not permitted.

ProhibitedNot Permitted

Export/import of this product from India is not permitted.

HSN Code Details

Full HSN Code
15220020
Policy
Prohibited
Chapter
15
Heading
1522
Description

The soap and detergent manufacturing industry relies on soap stocks—residual materials from soap production processes—as feedstock for further processing and value addition. HSN code 15220020 classifies these byproducts, which typically contain fatty matter and are used in cosmetics, industrial cleaning formulations, and biodiesel production. Exports of this commodity are prohibited from India, though domestic consumption within registered manufacturing facilities remains permissible under applicable regulations.

Related HSN Codes (Heading 1522)

  • 15224 Soap-stocks, oil foots and dregs,stearin pitch, glycerol pitch and wool grease residuesfall in headingFree
  • 152200Degras: residues resulting from the treatment of fattyFree
  • 15220010DegrasProhibited
  • 15220090OtherProhibited

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a license to export HSN 15220020 from India?

No. HSN 15220020 is Prohibited under DGFT ITC(HS) policy — export of this product from India is not permitted.

What products fall under HSN code 15220020?

The soap and detergent manufacturing industry relies on soap stocks—residual materials from soap production processes—as feedstock for further processing and value addition. HSN code 15220020 classifies these byproducts, which typically contain fatty matter and are used in cosmetics, industrial cleaning formulations, and biodiesel production. Exports of this commodity are prohibited from India, though domestic consumption within registered manufacturing facilities remains permissible under applicable regulations.

Which chapter and heading does HSN 15220020 belong to?

HSN 15220020 falls under Chapter 15 and Heading 1522 of India's customs tariff schedule.

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Data source: DGFT ITC(HS) Schedule. Always verify with official notifications before shipping.