Municipal water treatment plants (for chlorine dioxide generation) and pulp/paper bleaching operations are the major buyers of sodium chlorite.
HSN code 28289030 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 28289030 covers sodium chlorite, used in water treatment disinfection, pulp bleaching, and as a precursor for chlorine dioxide generation.
Sodium chlorite is a strong oxidizer (UN 1496) that can be explosive when contaminated with organic material, requiring segregated hazmat stowage and moisture-sealed packaging distinct from other hypochlorite products.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 2828)
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 28289030 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
Sodium chlorite (28289030) is UN 1496 - it can become explosive if contaminated with organics, so segregated hazmat stowage from combustibles is mandatory during shipping.
HSN 28289030 falls under Chapter 28 and Heading 2828 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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