Isocyanate (TDI/MDI) manufacturers and polycarbonate resin producers are essentially the only legitimate industrial buyers, using phosgene captively or under strict contract supply.
HSN code 28121100 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
HSN 28121100 covers carbonyl dichloride, commonly known as phosgene, an extremely toxic gas used as a chemical intermediate in polyurethane and polycarbonate production.
Phosgene is a Schedule 3 chemical under the Chemical Weapons Convention - export requires clearance from India's National Authority Chemical Weapons Convention (NACWC) in addition to a DGFT license, and it ships only in specialized pressurized tank containers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 28121100 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
Phosgene (28121100) is a Chemical Weapons Convention Schedule 3 substance - exporters need NACWC clearance plus a DGFT license, and open-market trading is essentially non-existent.
HSN 28121100 falls under Chapter 28 and Heading 2812 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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