Nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) battery manufacturers and hydrogen fuel cell/storage system developers are the main buyers of metal hydride compounds.
HSN code 28500010 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 28500010 covers metal hydrides, used in hydrogen storage systems, nickel-metal-hydride battery manufacturing, and specialty reducing agent applications.
Many metal hydrides are moisture-reactive and potentially flammable (releasing hydrogen gas), requiring sealed, moisture-proof packaging under the relevant UN hazmat classification specific to the metal hydride compound.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 2850)
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 28500010 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
Metal hydrides (28500010) can react with moisture to release flammable hydrogen gas - require sealed, moisture-proof packaging, mainly bought by NiMH battery and hydrogen-storage developers.
HSN 28500010 falls under Chapter 28 and Heading 2850 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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