India Export Policy Checker
39159072 Restricted

Specialty recycling companies handling historical/archival cellulose nitrate film waste are the narrow relevant parties.

HSN code 39159072 is classified as Restricted under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — a license or permit is required before export.

Restricted — License / Permit Required

This product requires a license or permit before export/import from India.

HSN Code Details

Full HSN Code
39159072
Policy
Restricted
Chapter
39
Heading
3915
Description

HSN 39159072 covers cellulose nitrate film scrap, non-plasticized, a specific historical film waste category given cellulose nitrate's use in early motion picture film.

Export Considerations

Cellulose nitrate film is highly flammable even as waste, requiring careful flammable-solid hazmat handling given its historical association with archive fires.

Related HSN Codes (Heading 3915)

  • 3915does not apply to waste, parings and scrap of a single thermoplastic material, transformed into primary forms(headingsFree
  • 39151000Of polymers of ethyleneRestricted
  • 39152000Of polymers of styreneRestricted
  • 391530Of polymers of vinyl chlorideFree
  • 39153010Of copolymers of vinyl chlorideRestricted
  • 39153090OtherRestricted

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a license to export HSN 39159072 from India?

Yes. HSN 39159072 is Restricted under DGFT ITC(HS) policy — you need a license or permit before export.

What is HSN code 39159072 used for?

Cellulose nitrate film scrap (39159072) remains highly flammable even as waste, requiring flammable-solid hazmat handling given its historical association with archive fires.

Which chapter and heading does HSN 39159072 belong to?

HSN 39159072 falls under Chapter 39 and Heading 3915 of India's customs tariff schedule.

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Data source: DGFT ITC(HS) Schedule. Always verify with official notifications before shipping.