HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2515.12 – Marble and travertine; merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape, having a specific gravity of 2.5 or more
HS code 2515.12 is the 6-digit subheading for marble and travertine, merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape, having a specific gravity of 2.5 or more. It is used for cut marble blocks, sawn travertine slabs, rectangular marble blocks, square travertine slabs and dimension stone marble.
What HS 2515.12 covers
This HS code pertains to marble and travertine that have been "merely cut" into rectangular (including square) blocks or slabs, maintaining a specific gravity of 2.5 or more. The term "merely cut" implies a more precise initial cut than "roughly trimmed" (251511), suggesting these blocks are closer to being ready for secondary processing into finished architectural elements. These natural stones are highly sought after for their elegant appearance and structural integrity, used extensively in high-end construction, interior design, and monumental works. Importers are typically countries with robust construction sectors and a demand for premium building materials, often with advanced stone-cutting and finishing industries. Exporters are nations with rich marble and travertine quarries and the infrastructure for initial cutting, such as Italy, Turkey, and Brazil. Trade considerations include the stone's specific color, veining, block dimensions, and overall quality, as these factors significantly influence market value and application.
- Covers
- Cut marble blocks
- Sawn travertine slabs
- Rectangular marble blocks
- Square travertine slabs
- Dimension stone marble
- Cut-to-size travertine blocks
- Marble for further processing
- Examples
- Carrara marble slabs (sawn)
- Travertine slabs (sawn)
- Statuario marble blocks (cut)
- Botticino marble slabs (cut)
- Emperador marble blocks (cut)
Codes often confused with 2515.12
Common mistake. This code is for blocks/slabs that are "merely cut" and should be differentiated from 251511 (crude or roughly trimmed) and from 6802 (worked monumental or building stone) which covers finished and polished products.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 251512, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 251512 in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 47% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 65% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Türkiye $614M 47% of world exports
- 2 Italy $158M 12% of world exports
- 3 Cambodia* ~$59M 4.5% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $1.1B 65% of world imports
- 2 India $339M 20% of world imports
- 3 Italy $35M 2.1% of world imports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 2515.12 2
Brazil splits HS 2515.12 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2515.12.10 Marble, cut into blocks or slabsMármores
- 2515.12.20 Travertine, cut into blocks or slabsTravertinos
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 25.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2515.12
What is HS code 251512?
HS code 251512 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Marble and travertine; merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape, having a specific gravity of 2.5 or more. This HS code pertains to marble and travertine that have been "merely cut" into rectangular (including square) blocks or slabs, maintaining a specific gravity of 2.5 or more. The term "merely cut" implies a more precise initial cut than "roughly trimmed" (251511), suggesting these blocks are closer to being ready for secondary processing into finished architectural elements. These natural stones are highly sought after for their elegant appearance and structural integrity, used extensively in high-end construction, interior design, and monumental works. Importers are typically countries with robust construction sectors and a demand for premium building materials, often with advanced stone-cutting and finishing industries. Exporters are nations with rich marble and travertine quarries and the infrastructure for initial cutting, such as Italy, Turkey, and Brazil. Trade considerations include the stone's specific color, veining, block dimensions, and overall quality, as these factors significantly influence market value and application.
What products fall under HS code 251512?
Cut marble blocks, Sawn travertine slabs, Rectangular marble blocks, Square travertine slabs, Dimension stone marble, Cut-to-size travertine blocks, Marble for further processing
What are common misclassifications for HS code 251512?
This code is for blocks/slabs that are "merely cut" and should be differentiated from 251511 (crude or roughly trimmed) and from 6802 (worked monumental or building stone) which covers finished and polished products.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 251512?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 251512 in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($614M, 47% of world exports), Italy ($158M) and Cambodia (about $59M). World exports came to about $1.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 251512?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 251512 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 65% of world imports), India ($339M) and Italy ($35M). World imports came to about $1.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 251512 structured?
HS code 251512 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (25) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 251512?
Brazil splits HS code 251512 into 2 NCM codes: 2515.12.10 (Marble, cut into blocks or slabs), 2515.12.20 (Travertine, cut into blocks or slabs). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.