HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6802.99 – Stone; natural (excluding marble, travertine, alabaster, other calcareous stone or granite), monumental or building stone, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface)
HS code 6802.99 is the 6-digit subheading for stone, natural (excluding marble, travertine, alabaster, other calcareous stone or granite), monumental or building stone, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface). It is used for sandstone paving slabs, basalt tiles, quartzite countertops, limestone sculptures and porphyry cobblestones.
What HS 6802.99 covers
This category covers worked natural stone articles, excluding specific types like marble, travertine, alabaster, other calcareous stone, or granite, that have been processed beyond simple cutting or sawing. It's a broad 'basket' code for a diverse range of monumental or building stones such as sandstone, quartzite, basalt, and slate (when not specifically covered by 680300). These products are traded for their unique geological properties, aesthetic variations, and suitability for various construction, landscaping, and decorative purposes. Importers include countries seeking diverse building materials or specialized stone for heritage restoration, while exporters are typically nations rich in various natural stone deposits and possessing stone-working industries. Understanding the specific type of stone and its intended application is crucial for correct classification within this diverse category.
- Covers
- Sandstone paving slabs
- Basalt tiles
- Quartzite countertops
- Limestone sculptures
- Porphyry cobblestones
- Serpentine decorative items
- Bluestone pavers
- Examples
- Indian sandstone patio slabs
- Brazilian quartzite kitchen surfaces
- local basalt garden features
- various architectural limestone elements
Codes often confused with 6802.99
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 680293 (worked granite) or 680291 (worked marble, travertine) due to the broad 'natural stone' description. The key is the explicit exclusion of those specific stone types.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 680299, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 680299 in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 47% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 55% 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 Brazil $696M 47% of world exports
- 2 China $225M 15% of world exports
- 3 Italy $197M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $819M 55% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $86M 5.8% of world imports
- 3 Australia $51M 3.4% of world imports
World total: $1.5B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 6802.99 2
Brazil splits HS 6802.99 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 6802.99.10 Grinding balls for mills of other stoneEsferas para moinho
- 6802.99.90 Other worked natural stone articlesOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 68.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6802.99
What is HS code 680299?
HS code 680299 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Stone; natural (excluding marble, travertine, alabaster, other calcareous stone or granite), monumental or building stone, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface). This category covers worked natural stone articles, excluding specific types like marble, travertine, alabaster, other calcareous stone, or granite, that have been processed beyond simple cutting or sawing. It's a broad 'basket' code for a diverse range of monumental or building stones such as sandstone, quartzite, basalt, and slate (when not specifically covered by 680300). These products are traded for their unique geological properties, aesthetic variations, and suitability for various construction, landscaping, and decorative purposes. Importers include countries seeking diverse building materials or specialized stone for heritage restoration, while exporters are typically nations rich in various natural stone deposits and possessing stone-working industries. Understanding the specific type of stone and its intended application is crucial for correct classification within this diverse category.
What products fall under HS code 680299?
Sandstone paving slabs, basalt tiles, quartzite countertops, limestone sculptures, porphyry cobblestones, serpentine decorative items, bluestone pavers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 680299?
This code is frequently confused with 680293 (worked granite) or 680291 (worked marble, travertine) due to the broad 'natural stone' description. The key is the explicit exclusion of those specific stone types.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 680299?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 680299 in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($696M, 47% of world exports), China ($225M) and Italy ($197M). World exports came to about $1.5B, 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 680299?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 680299 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($819M, 55% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($86M) and Australia ($51M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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 680299 structured?
HS code 680299 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 680299?
Brazil splits HS code 680299 into 2 NCM codes: 6802.99.10 (Grinding balls for mills of other stone), 6802.99.90 (Other worked natural stone articles). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.