Government restricts export of three chemicals

NEW DELHI: The government restricted exports of three chemicals, which are used in sectors like pharmaceuticals and mining.

"Export of three chemicals ( Dimethylamine Hydrochloride, Sodium Cyanide and Sodium Fluoride) has been restricted. Export of these items would now be permitted under license," Directorate General of Foreign Trade said in a statement.

Dimethylamine Hydrochloride and Sodium Fluoride is used by pharmaceutical firms. Sodium Cyanide is mainly used to extract gold and other precious metals in mining.