Exporters should note upfront that calcined petroleum coke intended for anode production in aluminum smelting operations faces export restrictions under India's trade policy, making domestic supply the primary channel for end-users. HSN code 27131210 specifically designates this specialized carbon material, which has undergone high-temperature processing to enhance its suitability for aluminum reduction cell anodes. Importers sourcing this grade should verify supplier certifications for anode-quality specifications, as calcination parameters directly affect performance in electrolytic applications.
HSN code 27131210 (Exporters should note upfront that calcined petroleum coke intended for anode production in aluminum smelting operations faces export restrictions under India's trade policy, making domestic supply the primary channel for end-users. HSN code 27131210 specifically designates this specialized carbon material, which has undergone high-temperature processing to enhance its suitability for aluminum reduction cell anodes. Importers sourcing this grade should verify supplier certifications for anode-quality specifications, as calcination parameters directly affect performance in electrolytic applications.) is classified as Prohibited under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — export is not permitted.
Export/import of this product from India is not permitted.
HSN Code Details
Exporters should note upfront that calcined petroleum coke intended for anode production in aluminum smelting operations faces export restrictions under India's trade policy, making domestic supply the primary channel for end-users. HSN code 27131210 specifically designates this specialized carbon material, which has undergone high-temperature processing to enhance its suitability for aluminum reduction cell anodes. Importers sourcing this grade should verify supplier certifications for anode-quality specifications, as calcination parameters directly affect performance in electrolytic applications.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 2713)
- 2713petroleum oils or of oils obtained from bituminous mineralsFree
- 271311Petroleum coke : -- Not calcinedFree
- 27131110Raw petroleum coke for anode As per policy condition No. 6 ofProhibited
- 27131190) is ‘’ for making graphite anode material for Li-Lon battery as feedstock/raw material and not for any other purposes including use as a fuel or for trade. The Sulphur content in the NPC should be less than 0.8% which shall be monitored by State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs)/CPCB. d. Import of LFree
- 271312Petroleum coke : -- CalcinedFree
- 27131290Other chapter 27Prohibited
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No. HSN 27131210 is Prohibited under DGFT ITC(HS) policy — export of this product from India is not permitted.
Exporters should note upfront that calcined petroleum coke intended for anode production in aluminum smelting operations faces export restrictions under India's trade policy, making domestic supply the primary channel for end-users. HSN code 27131210 specifically designates this specialized carbon material, which has undergone high-temperature processing to enhance its suitability for aluminum reduction cell anodes. Importers sourcing this grade should verify supplier certifications for anode-quality specifications, as calcination parameters directly affect performance in electrolytic applications.
HSN 27131210 falls under Chapter 27 and Heading 2713 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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