HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 6803.00 – Slate, worked; and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate

HS code 6803.00 is the 6-digit subheading for slate, worked, and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate. It is used for slate roofing tiles, slate floor tiles, slate wall cladding, slate cheeseboards and slate coasters.

What HS 6803.00 covers

This HS code specifically covers worked slate and articles made from slate or agglomerated slate. Slate is highly valued in international trade for its exceptional durability, low water absorption, fire resistance, and distinctive aesthetic, making it a premium material for roofing, flooring, and various decorative applications. Countries with significant slate quarries and established processing industries are the primary exporters, while importers include nations with demand for high-quality, long-lasting building materials, particularly for heritage buildings or luxury construction. The trade in slate is influenced by architectural trends, environmental considerations, and the availability of skilled labor for installation. Understanding the specific form and finish of the slate product is essential for accurate classification and market analysis.

Covers
  • Slate roofing tiles
  • Slate floor tiles
  • Slate wall cladding
  • Slate cheeseboards
  • Slate coasters
  • Slate billiard table beds
  • Slate chalkboards
Examples
  • Welsh Slate roofing
  • Cupa Pizarras slate tiles
  • Vermont Structural Slate flooring
  • various artisan slate serving platters

Codes often confused with 6803.00

Common mistake. This code can be confused with 680299 (other worked natural stone) if the slate is not clearly identified as 'worked' or if it's simply cut. The specific mention of 'slate' and 'agglomerated slate' is the key differentiator.

6802.99Stone; 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)

Top exporters and importers of HS code 680300, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 680300 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 57% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 35% 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. 1 Spain $387M
  2. 2 China $148M
  3. 3 Brazil $50M

World total: $679M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 France $243M
  2. 2 United Kingdom $159M
  3. 3 United States $54M

World total: $691M 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 code for 6803.00

Brazil does not split HS 6803.00: its NCM code is 6803.00.00.

  1. 6803.00.00 Worked slate and slate articlesArdósia natural trabalhada e obras de ardósia natural ou aglomerada.

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 68.03 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 6803.00

What is HS code 680300?

HS code 680300 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Slate, worked; and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate. This HS code specifically covers worked slate and articles made from slate or agglomerated slate. Slate is highly valued in international trade for its exceptional durability, low water absorption, fire resistance, and distinctive aesthetic, making it a premium material for roofing, flooring, and various decorative applications. Countries with significant slate quarries and established processing industries are the primary exporters, while importers include nations with demand for high-quality, long-lasting building materials, particularly for heritage buildings or luxury construction. The trade in slate is influenced by architectural trends, environmental considerations, and the availability of skilled labor for installation. Understanding the specific form and finish of the slate product is essential for accurate classification and market analysis.

What products fall under HS code 680300?

Slate roofing tiles, slate floor tiles, slate wall cladding, slate cheeseboards, slate coasters, slate billiard table beds, slate chalkboards

What are common misclassifications for HS code 680300?

This code can be confused with 680299 (other worked natural stone) if the slate is not clearly identified as 'worked' or if it's simply cut. The specific mention of 'slate' and 'agglomerated slate' is the key differentiator.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 680300?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 680300 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($387M, 57% of world exports), China ($148M) and Brazil ($50M). World exports came to about $679M, 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 680300?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 680300 in UN Comtrade data were France ($243M, 35% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($159M) and the United States ($54M). World imports came to about $691M, 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 680300 structured?

HS code 680300 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 680300?

In Brazil, HS code 680300 is NCM 6803.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.