The horticultural sector purchases this expanded mineral to improve aeration and water retention in soil mixes, while construction firms employ it as a lightweight aggregate in plaster and concrete.
HSN code 25301020 is classified as Free under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — no export license is required.
This product may be freely exported/imported from India without a license.
HSN Code Details
Before packing, note that perlite is a lightweight, amorphous volcanic glass that expands when heated, forming a porous, white granular material ideal for bulk handling.
Because the product is moisture‑sensitive, it should be sealed in airtight, moisture‑proof bags and loaded in dry containers; documentation must include a certificate of origin, and the commodity is freely exportable from India without a license.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 2530)
- 2530applies, inter alia, to : vermiculite, perlite and chlorites, unexpanded; earth colours, whether or not calcined or mixed together; natural micaceous iron oxides; meerschaum (whether or not in polished pieces); amber; agglomerated meerschaumand agglomerated amber, in plates, rods,sticks orsimilar foFree
- 253010Vermiculite, perlite and chlorites,Free
- 25301010VermiculiteFree
- 25301090Others (including powder)Free
- 25302000Kieserite, epsomite (naturalFree
- 253090OtherFree
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 25301020 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
HSN 25301020 denotes the expanded volcanic glass known as perlite, which is primarily used for insulation, filtration, and soil amendment purposes.
HSN 25301020 falls under Chapter 25 and Heading 2530 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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