HS Code for Calcareous stone products

Calcareous stone products that have been worked beyond simple cutting or sawing are classified under HS code 6802.92. Chapter 68 covers articles of stone, and heading 6802 specifically addresses worked monumental or building stone. The classification under 6802.92 is reserved for calcareous stones—such as limestone—that are not marble, travertine, or alabaster. The "worked" aspect is crucial; if the stone is merely squared or sawn into blocks or slabs with a flat surface, it might fall under 6802.2x. However, once the stone is carved, polished, edge-worked, or otherwise further manufactured into a finished or semi-finished product, it moves to the 6802.9x series. Subheading 6802.92 provides a specific destination for these non-marble calcareous materials, ensuring precise tracking of trade in building materials. This includes items used in architecture, landscaping, and interior design that have undergone significant mechanical processing.

Products Included

• Polished limestone floor tiles
• Carved limestone window sills
• Molded calcareous stone cornices
• Limestone pavers with beveled edges
• Sculpted calcareous stone ornaments

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is using 6802.21 or 6802.29, which are for stones that are "simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface." If the stone has any additional working, like a rounded edge or a polished finish, it must move to the 6802.9x category. Another error is confusing calcareous stone with marble (6802.91). While both are calcium-based, marble is geologically distinct (metamorphic) and has its own specific subheading. Finally, raw limestone blocks are classified in Chapter 25 (2521.00) rather than Chapter 68.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Calcareous stone products?

The HS code for worked calcareous stone products (other than marble/travertine) is 6802.92.

Does this include marble tiles?

No, worked marble tiles are classified under HS code 6802.91, as marble is specifically separated from other calcareous stones in the HS nomenclature.