HS Code for Granite slabs

Granite slabs are classified under HS code 6802.23 when they have been simply cut or sawn and possess a flat or even surface. This classification is part of the broader category for worked monumental or building stone in Chapter 68. The distinction for 6802.23 is that the stone has been processed beyond the crude state found in Chapter 25, but has not yet been "further worked" into a specific finished article like a countertop or a carved monument. Typically, these slabs are produced by sawing large blocks of granite into uniform thicknesses. They may be polished on one or more sides, provided the overall shape remains a simple flat slab. The HS code 6802.23 is specific to granite, which is geologically defined as an igneous rock with a high percentage of quartz and feldspar. For customs purposes, the flat and even surface requirement is strictly interpreted; if the slab has been molded, turned, or otherwise decorated, it would shift to a different subheading.

Products Included

• Polished granite slabs for flooring
• Sawn granite slabs for wall cladding
• Unfinished granite slabs for further fabrication
• Uniformly thick granite panels for building facades
• Large format granite sheets with sawn edges

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification occurs with HS code 2516.12, which covers granite that is merely split, roughly squared, or squared by sawing but does not have a "flat or even surface" in the context of finished building stone. Another frequent error is using 6802.93, which is reserved for granite that has been further worked into specific shapes or has decorative edge treatments. Importers must distinguish between a raw material slab (6802.23) and a fabricated component (6802.93). Misidentifying the level of processing can lead to significant issues with customs valuations and trade remedy duties, such as anti-dumping or countervailing duties often applied to finished stone products.

FAQ

What is the HS code for granite slabs?

The HS code for granite slabs that are simply cut or sawn with a flat surface is 6802.23.

Does this code include polished slabs?

Yes, granite slabs that are polished but otherwise remain simple flat pieces with sawn edges are correctly classified under 6802.23.