About HS Code 251611
This code covers granite in its most unprocessed form: crude or roughly trimmed blocks. It represents the initial stage of granite extraction from quarries, serving as the foundational raw material for a vast array of construction and monumental applications. Major importers are typically countries with robust stone processing industries or significant construction demands but limited domestic granite quarries, such as China, Italy, or the USA. Exporters are predominantly nations rich in granite deposits, including India, Brazil, and Norway. The trade involves bulk shipments, where the value is primarily in the raw material's quality, color, and size. Key aspects include geological sourcing, quarrying efficiency, and the logistical challenges of transporting heavy, raw stone blocks across international borders.
Products Under This Code
Granite quarry blocks, rough-hewn granite boulders, crude granite slabs, untrimmed granite chunks, raw pink granite, rough black granite, unpolished granite blocks
Real World Examples
Indian Black Galaxy granite blocks, Brazilian Ornamental White granite boulders, Norwegian Blue Pearl rough blocks, South African Rustenburg granite, Chinese G603 crude granite
Common Misclassification
This is distinct from 251612 (granite, merely cut into blocks/slabs) which implies some initial sawing, and 6802 (worked granite) which involves further shaping or polishing.
Products Classified Under 2516.11
Industry
This code belongs to the Minerals & Fuels industry.
Trade Overview
India, Brazil, China, and Norway are major exporters, while China, Italy, and the USA are significant importers for further processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 251611?
HS code 251611 covers: Granite; crude or roughly trimmed. This code covers granite in its most unprocessed form: crude or roughly trimmed blocks. It represents the initial stage of granite extraction from quarries, serving as the foundational raw material for a vast array of construction and monumental applications. Major importers are typically countries with robust stone processing industries or significant construction demands but limited domestic granite quarries, such as China, Italy, or the USA. Exporters are predominantly nations rich in granite deposits, including India, Brazil, and Norway. The trade involves bulk shipments, where the value is primarily in the raw material's quality, color, and size. Key aspects include geological sourcing, quarrying efficiency, and the logistical challenges of transporting heavy, raw stone blocks across international borders.
What products fall under HS code 251611?
Granite quarry blocks, rough-hewn granite boulders, crude granite slabs, untrimmed granite chunks, raw pink granite, rough black granite, unpolished granite blocks
What are common misclassifications for HS code 251611?
This is distinct from 251612 (granite, merely cut into blocks/slabs) which implies some initial sawing, and 6802 (worked granite) which involves further shaping or polishing.
How is HS code 251611 structured?
HS code 251611 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (25) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (16) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.