Govt bans export of unsorted battery waste, scrap

Economic Times - Nov 11, 2026

The government has implemented a ban on the export of unsorted waste and scrap from certain batteries. This ban applies specifically to primary cells, batteries, and electric accumulators lacking hazardous substances. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade issued a notification establishing this prohibition, which is effective immediately. Previous regulations classified these exports as 'Free', but now they are categorized as 'Prohibited'.

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