Containing methane, ethane or propane chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), whether not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs)

Composite solvents containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs, HCFCs)

MEFCC CLEARANCE

HSN 3814 00 21 (composite solvents and thinners containing CFCs) is subject to Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) controls under the Ozone Depleting Substances (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, as the product contains methane, ethane or propane chlorofluorocarbons. Import is currently Free under DGFT Notification 44/2025-26 dated 15-10-2025, but remains subject to policy conditions 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 of Chapter 38 of the ITC (HS) schedule and to Public Liability Insurance obligations for specified hazardous substances.

What this is

HSN code

3814 00 21

Chapter

38 · Miscellaneous chemical products

Primary regulator

MEFCC · Ozone Depleting Substances (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000

Customs documentation

ODS compliance certificate from MoEFCC
Import policy declaration from DGFT
PLI insurance policy from insurer

Applicable Partner Government Agencies

MEFCCMEFCC·Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

Procedural directions for customs clearance are issued by: Directorate General of Foreign Trade.

Compliance steps

1
Confirm compliance with policy conditions 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 of Chapter 38 of the ITC (HS) schedule and with the Ozone Depleting Substances (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000 before filing the bill of entry. CFC-containing solvents fall within the regulated ODS regime, and import without the requisite MoEFCC authorisation attracts seizure and confiscation.
Ozone Depleting Substances (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000 · ITC (HS) policy conditions 3, 5 and 6 of Chapter 38 · DGFT Notification 44/2025-26 dated 15-10-2025
2
Where the imported quantity of specified hazardous substances exceeds the threshold prescribed under the Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991, the owner must take out a valid insurance policy before import. Ensure the policy is in place and available for customs verification at the port of entry.
S.O. 227(E) dated 24-03-1992 issued by MoEFCC · Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991
3
If the consignment is classified or characterised as a hazardous waste, comply with Rules 12 and 13 of the Hazardous Waste (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 and with Para 8(b) of the General Notes regarding import policy of the ITC (HS). Import of hazardous waste outside these parameters is prohibited and attracts re-export or confiscation.
Rules 12 and 13 of the Hazardous Waste (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 · Para 8(b) of the ITC (HS) General Notes

A word of counsel

The most common error on this tariff line is treating the Free import status under DGFT Notification 44/2025-26 as a clearance from all regulatory obligations. The ITC (HS) policy conditions and the ODS Rules remain independently operative regardless of the tariff-policy classification; a consignment that is Free from quantity restriction can still be detained or confiscated for non-compliance with MoEFCC authorisation requirements or for breach of the Public Liability Insurance threshold obligation under S.O. 227(E).

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Frequently asked

Does HSN 3814 00 21 require BIS certification?

No, no BIS Quality Control Order covers CFC-containing composite solvents or thinners. Import is governed by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change under the Ozone Depleting Substances (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, with ITC (HS) policy conditions administered by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade.

What ITC (HS) policy conditions apply to this tariff line under Chapter 38?

Policy conditions 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 of Chapter 38 apply; Para 8(a) of the General Notes regarding import policy is also operative, and where waste characteristics are present, Para 8(b) and Rules 12 and 13 of the Hazardous Waste (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 are additionally engaged.

When does the Public Liability Insurance obligation apply to this import?

The obligation applies when the imported quantity of specified hazardous substances exceeds the threshold prescribed under S.O. 227(E) dated 24-03-1992 issued by MoEFCC; the owner must hold a valid Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991 policy before the consignment is released from customs.

Last verified against gazette notifications: 2026-05-16. Source: MEFCC / DGFT / Indian Customs CUSDATA.