Product classification
HS code for Alabaster carvings: 6802.91
Marble, travertine and alabaster, articles thereof, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface).
Classification of alabaster carvings under HS 6802.91
Alabaster carvings are classified under HS code 6802.91. This code covers worked monumental or building stone and articles thereof, specifically marble, travertine, and alabaster. The classification applies to items that have been carved, shaped, or otherwise worked beyond the stage of being simply cut or sawn with a flat surface. Alabaster is a variety of gypsum or calcite that is soft enough to be carved into intricate decorative items, such as statuettes, bowls, and ornamental boxes. Because these items are manufactured articles of stone, they fall under Chapter 68. The specific subheading 91 within 6802 is dedicated to the group of stones including alabaster, distinguishing them from granite or other calcareous stones. The classification is based on the material composition and the degree of processing, as the items are no longer in their natural state but have been transformed into finished decorative goods.
- Covers
- Alabaster statuettes and figurines
- Carved alabaster vases and bowls
- Ornamental alabaster boxes
- Alabaster bookends
- Decorative alabaster architectural elements
- Also under 6802.91
- Italian marble statues
- custom-fabricated marble vanity tops
- architectural elements from specialized stone workshops
- Restoration Hardware (marble furniture)
- Waterworks (marble bath fixtures)
Codes often confused with 6802.91
Common mistake. Which other HS codes get confused with this one and why. Mention specific code numbers. Alabaster carvings are often misclassified under 9703.00, which covers original sculptures and statuary. However, 9703 only applies to original works of art created by an artist; mass-produced or commercial carvings belong in 6802. They may also be confused with 2515.20, which is for alabaster in the rough or roughly trimmed, but once the stone is carved into a specific shape, it must move to Chapter 68.
Top exporters and importers of HS 680291 (the code used for alabaster carvings), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 680291 (the code used for alabaster carvings) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 39% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 680291, not only alabaster carvings.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.1B 35% of world exports
- 2 Italy $844M 26% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $750M 23% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2B 39% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$183M 5.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Australia $122M 3.8% of world imports
World total: $3.2B 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 code for alabaster carvings
Brazil classifies alabaster carvings under NCM 6802.91.00: HS 6802.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about alabaster carvings
What is the HS code for Alabaster carvings?
The HS code for Alabaster carvings is 680291 (Marble, travertine and alabaster; articles thereof, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface)). The HS code for worked alabaster and articles made of alabaster is 6802.91.
How do I classify Alabaster carvings for customs?
Alabaster carvings is classified under HS code 680291 — Marble, travertine and alabaster; articles thereof, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are alabaster lamps classified here?
No, if the alabaster carving is designed to function as a lamp or lighting fitting, it is classified under heading 9405, which covers lamps and lighting fittings, regardless of the material they are made from.
Which countries are the top exporters of alabaster carvings (HS 680291)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 680291 (the code used for alabaster carvings) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 35% of world exports), Italy ($844M) and Türkiye ($750M). World exports came to about $3.3B, 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 alabaster carvings (HS 680291)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 680291 (the code used for alabaster carvings) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 39% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $183M) and Australia ($122M). World imports came to about $3.2B, 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.
Is the HS code for Alabaster carvings the same in all countries?
The base HS code 680291 for Alabaster carvings is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for alabaster carvings in Brazil?
In Brazil, alabaster carvings (HS 680291) is classified under NCM 6802.91.00.