Product classification
HS code for Granite tiles: 6802.23
Granite, articles thereof, simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface.
Classification of granite tiles under HS 6802.23
Granite tiles are classified under HS code 6802.23 because they represent worked monumental or building stone that has been simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface. This classification falls within Chapter 68, which covers articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica, or similar materials. Specifically, heading 6802 applies to worked monumental or building stone and articles thereof. The subheading 6802.23 is reserved for granite that has not been further worked beyond being sawn or cut into blocks or slabs with a plain surface. To qualify for this code, the tiles must not have been molded, turned, polished, decorated, or otherwise carved. The classification process requires determining the geological nature of the stone first; once identified as granite, the degree of processing determines the specific subheading. If the tile is merely squared and smoothed to a flat finish, 6802.23 is the appropriate designation for international trade and customs documentation. This code is essential for ensuring that the correct tariffs are applied to building materials used in construction and architectural projects worldwide.
- Covers
- Sawn granite slabs for flooring
- Simply cut granite wall tiles
- Flat-surfaced granite paving stones
- Polished granite tiles with a flat surface
- Granite blocks cut to specific tile dimensions
- Uncarved granite tiles for interior cladding
- Also under 6802.23
- Ubatuba Granite (sawn slabs)
- Black Galaxy Granite (cut tiles)
- various stone suppliers like Cosentino (natural stone range)
- Arizona Tile
- Levantina
Codes often confused with 6802.23
Common mistake. Granite tiles are frequently misclassified under HS code 2516.12, which refers to granite merely cut by sawing or otherwise into blocks or slabs of a rectangular shape. The distinction lies in the level of 'working'; Chapter 25 is for raw minerals, while Chapter 68 is for products that have undergone further processing like grinding or smoothing. Another common error is using 6802.93, which is for granite that has been further worked, such as being carved, edge-profiled, or decorated beyond a simple flat surface. Importers must distinguish between a simple flat cut and decorative masonry.
Top exporters and importers of HS 680223 (the code used for granite tiles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 680223 (the code used for granite tiles) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 74% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 17% 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 680223, not only granite tiles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $775M 74% of world exports
- 2 Egypt $69M 6.7% of world exports
- 3 Portugal $59M 5.6% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$136M 17% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $53M 6.5% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$40M 5.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $805M 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 granite tiles
Brazil classifies granite tiles under NCM 6802.23.00: HS 6802.23 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about granite tiles
What is the HS code for Granite tiles?
The HS code for Granite tiles is 680223 (Granite; articles thereof, simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface). The primary HS code for granite tiles that are simply cut or sawn with a flat surface is 6802.23.
How do I classify Granite tiles for customs?
Granite tiles is classified under HS code 680223 — Granite; articles thereof, simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include granite countertops?
Generally, no. If the granite has been edge-finished, cut to a specific template, or has holes for sinks, it is considered 'further worked' and would typically fall under 6802.93.
Which countries are the top exporters of granite tiles (HS 680223)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 680223 (the code used for granite tiles) in UN Comtrade data were India ($775M, 74% of world exports), Egypt ($69M) and Portugal ($59M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 granite tiles (HS 680223)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 680223 (the code used for granite tiles) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $136M, 17% of world imports), the United States ($53M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $40M). World imports came to about $805M, 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 Granite tiles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 680223 for Granite tiles 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 granite tiles in Brazil?
In Brazil, granite tiles (HS 680223) is classified under NCM 6802.23.00.