About HS Code 251620
This category covers sandstone, a widely used building material, in its raw (roughly trimmed) or semi-processed (cut into rectangular blocks or slabs) forms. Sandstone is valued for its natural aesthetic, durability, and workability, making it suitable for a range of applications including facades, paving, wall cladding, and landscaping. Importers include construction firms, landscape architects, and stone distributors, particularly in regions where local sandstone is scarce or where specific colors and textures are desired. Exporters are countries with significant sandstone quarries and processing capabilities, often shipping in bulk for large-scale architectural and infrastructure projects. The trade is driven by demand for natural, durable, and aesthetically pleasing building materials.
Products Under This Code
Sandstone building blocks, sawn sandstone slabs, roughly trimmed sandstone pavers, rectangular sandstone tiles, natural cleft sandstone, buff sandstone blocks, red sandstone cladding
Real World Examples
Indian Teakwood sandstone slabs, Kota Brown sandstone blocks, Yorkshire sandstone paving, Australian Helidon sandstone, Chinese Yellow Wood Grain sandstone
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with other building stones like 251520 (calcareous stone) or 251690 (other monumental stone) if not clearly identified as sandstone, and 6802 if further worked or carved.
Products Classified Under 2516.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Minerals & Fuels industry.
Trade Overview
India, China, and the UK are major exporters of sandstone, with significant imports by the USA, Germany, and Australia for construction and landscaping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 251620?
HS code 251620 covers: Sandstone;. whether or not roughly trimmed, cut, by sawing etc, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape. This category covers sandstone, a widely used building material, in its raw (roughly trimmed) or semi-processed (cut into rectangular blocks or slabs) forms. Sandstone is valued for its natural aesthetic, durability, and workability, making it suitable for a range of applications including facades, paving, wall cladding, and landscaping. Importers include construction firms, landscape architects, and stone distributors, particularly in regions where local sandstone is scarce or where specific colors and textures are desired. Exporters are countries with significant sandstone quarries and processing capabilities, often shipping in bulk for large-scale architectural and infrastructure projects. The trade is driven by demand for natural, durable, and aesthetically pleasing building materials.
What products fall under HS code 251620?
Sandstone building blocks, sawn sandstone slabs, roughly trimmed sandstone pavers, rectangular sandstone tiles, natural cleft sandstone, buff sandstone blocks, red sandstone cladding
What are common misclassifications for HS code 251620?
Can be confused with other building stones like 251520 (calcareous stone) or 251690 (other monumental stone) if not clearly identified as sandstone, and 6802 if further worked or carved.
How is HS code 251620 structured?
HS code 251620 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 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.