Product classification
HS code for Marble granules: 2517.41
Stones, of marble, in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated.
Classification of marble granules under HS 2517.41
Marble granules are classified under HS code 2517.41, which is situated within Chapter 25 of the Harmonized System. This chapter covers salt, sulfur, earths, and stone, specifically focusing on raw or minimally processed mineral products. Heading 2517 is designated for pebbles, gravel, broken or crushed stone, of a kind commonly used for concrete aggregates, for road metalling or for railway or other ballast, shingle and flint, whether or not heat-treated. The specific subheading 2517.41 is reserved for granules, chippings, and powder of marble. The classification is determined by General Interpretative Rule (GRI) 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since the product consists of marble that has been crushed into granules but not further worked, it fits perfectly into this category. Even if the marble has undergone heat treatment to improve its properties or color, it remains within this classification as long as it has not been combined with binders in a way that changes its character to a manufactured article of Chapter 68.
- Covers
- Crushed marble chippings for terrazzo flooring
- Marble granules for landscaping and decorative garden use
- Heat-treated marble chippings
- Marble granules used as aggregates in industrial coatings
- Also under 2517.41
- Carrara marble chips
- Thassos marble powder
- Calacatta marble granules
- decorative white marble pebbles
- marble dust for stucco
Codes often confused with 2517.41
Common mistake. Marble granules are frequently misclassified under HS code 2515.11 or 2515.12, which refer to marble in blocks or slabs. However, once the marble is crushed into granules or chippings, it must be moved to 2517.41. Another common error is using HS code 6802, which covers worked monumental or building stone. Code 6802 is only appropriate if the marble granules have been agglomerated with cement or other binders to form a finished product like a tile or a pre-cast slab.
Top exporters and importers of HS 251741 (the code used for marble granules), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 251741 (the code used for marble granules) in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 25% 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 251741, not only marble granules.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Austria $88M 19% of world exports
- 2 Croatia $69M 15% of world exports
- 3 Italy $65M 14% of world exports
World total: $473M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $153M 25% of world imports
- 2 Finland $48M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 Sweden $44M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $616M 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 marble granules
Brazil classifies marble granules under NCM 2517.41.00: HS 2517.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about marble granules
What is the HS code for Marble granules?
The HS code for Marble granules is 251741 (Stones; of marble, in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated). The HS code for marble granules is 2517.41, which covers granules, chippings, and powder of marble.
How do I classify Marble granules for customs?
Marble granules is classified under HS code 251741 — Stones; of marble, in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does heat treatment change the HS code for marble granules?
No, HS code 2517.41 specifically includes marble granules whether or not they have been heat-treated.
Which countries are the top exporters of marble granules (HS 251741)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 251741 (the code used for marble granules) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($88M, 19% of world exports), Croatia ($69M) and Italy ($65M). World exports came to about $473M, 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 marble granules (HS 251741)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 251741 (the code used for marble granules) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($153M, 25% of world imports), Finland ($48M) and Sweden ($44M). World imports came to about $616M, 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 Marble granules the same in all countries?
The base HS code 251741 for Marble granules 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 marble granules in Brazil?
In Brazil, marble granules (HS 251741) is classified under NCM 2517.41.00.