The primary purchasers are timber and construction firms that apply the oil to treat railroad ties, utility poles, and marine decking, extending their structural life against rot and insect damage.
HSN code 27079100 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
Creosote oils are distilled from lignite or coal tar, yielding a dark, viscous liquid rich in phenolic compounds, often used as a preservative in wood treatment.
When shipping, creosote oils are typically packed in stainless steel drums with secondary containment, and the containers must be labeled with proper hazard class and flammability warnings to comply with international shipping regulations.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 2707)
- 2707Oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar; similar products inFree
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- 27072000Toluol (toluene)Free
- 27073000Xylol (xylenes)Free
- 27074000NaphthaleneFree
- 27075000Other aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures of which 65 percent or more by volume (includingFree
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 27079100 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
HSN 27079100 is used for the sale and export of creosote oils, substances derived from coal tar, primarily for timber preservation.
HSN 27079100 falls under Chapter 27 and Heading 2707 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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