Lithium-ion battery cathode (LCO, NMC) manufacturers are now the dominant buyers of cobalt oxide by value, alongside ceramic glaze and catalyst producers.
HSN code 28220010 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 28220010 covers cobalt oxides, used in battery cathode materials, ceramic glazes, and catalyst manufacturing.
Cobalt is a conflict-mineral-adjacent tracked commodity - many buyers require OECD due-diligence/supply-chain sourcing documentation in addition to standard hazmat and purity certificates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 28220010 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
Cobalt oxide (28220010) buyers, especially battery manufacturers, increasingly require OECD conflict-mineral due-diligence documentation alongside standard purity certificates.
HSN 28220010 falls under Chapter 28 and Heading 2822 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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