Product classification
HS code for Marble slabs: 6802.21
Marble, travertine and alabaster, simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface.
Classification of marble slabs under HS 6802.21
Marble slabs that have been simply cut or sawn and possess a flat or even surface are classified under HS code 680221. This classification is distinct from the raw blocks found in Chapter 25 because it represents "worked" stone. To fall under 680221, the marble, travertine, or alabaster must have been processed into a finished or semi-finished state, such as being polished, honed, or edge-worked, but it must remain a flat surface. This code is the primary classification for marble flooring tiles, wall cladding, and countertop blanks. The Harmonized System distinguishes between stone that is merely shaped (Chapter 25) and stone that has been prepared for use in building or monumental applications (Chapter 68). The "simply cut or sawn" criteria in 680221 refers to the absence of relief carving or complex ornamental shaping.
- Covers
- Polished marble floor tiles
- Honed marble wall slabs
- Marble countertop blanks with flat surfaces
- Sawn travertine slabs for building facades
- Polished alabaster sheets
- Beveled marble tiles
- Also under 6802.21
- Carrara Marble (sawn slabs)
- Travertino Romano (cut tiles)
- various stone suppliers like MSI Stone
- Daltile
- Polycor (marble products)
Codes often confused with 6802.21
Common mistake. Marble slabs are often misclassified under 251512, which is for marble merely cut into blocks or slabs by sawing. The key difference is the surface finish; if the slab is polished or intended for immediate decorative use, it belongs in 680221. It is also confused with 680291 if the slab has any decorative carving or non-flat surface features.
Top exporters and importers of HS 680221 (the code used for marble slabs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 680221 (the code used for marble slabs) in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 23% 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 680221, not only marble slabs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Türkiye $587M 33% of world exports
- 2 Italy $324M 18% of world exports
- 3 Egypt $217M 12% of world exports
World total: $1.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $380M 23% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$144M 8.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $101M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $1.7B 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 marble slabs
Brazil classifies marble slabs under NCM 6802.21.00: HS 6802.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about marble slabs
What is the HS code for Marble slabs?
The HS code for Marble slabs is 680221 (Marble, travertine and alabaster; simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface). The HS code for marble slabs that are simply cut or sawn with a flat surface is 680221.
How do I classify Marble slabs for customs?
Marble slabs is classified under HS code 680221 — Marble, travertine and alabaster; simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include granite slabs?
No, granite slabs are classified under HS code 680223. HS code 680221 is specifically for marble, travertine, and alabaster.
Which countries are the top exporters of marble slabs (HS 680221)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 680221 (the code used for marble slabs) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($587M, 33% of world exports), Italy ($324M) and Egypt ($217M). World exports came to about $1.8B, 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 slabs (HS 680221)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 680221 (the code used for marble slabs) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($380M, 23% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $144M) and the United States ($101M). World imports came to about $1.7B, 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 slabs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 680221 for Marble slabs 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 slabs in Brazil?
In Brazil, marble slabs (HS 680221) is classified under NCM 6802.21.00.