EPS foam manufacturers (packaging, insulation board, disposable food containers) are the buyers of expandable polystyrene beads.
HSN code 39031100 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 39031100 covers expansible (expandable) polystyrene, the raw bead material used to manufacture EPS foam products.
Ships as sealed beads containing a blowing agent (typically pentane); requires flammable-material hazmat classification given the embedded volatile blowing agent, and proper temperature-controlled storage to prevent premature expansion.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 3903)
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 39031100 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
Expandable polystyrene (39031100) contains an embedded flammable blowing agent (pentane) requiring hazmat classification and temperature-controlled storage to prevent premature expansion.
HSN 39031100 falls under Chapter 39 and Heading 3903 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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