Product classification
HS code for Natural garnet: 2513.20
Emery, natural corundum, natural garnet and other natural abrasives, whether or not heat-treated.
Classification of natural garnet under HS 2513.20
Natural garnet is classified under HS code 2513.20. This heading is part of Chapter 25, which covers salt, sulfur, earths and stone, and other mineral products. Specifically, 2513.20 includes emery, natural corundum, natural garnet, and other natural abrasives. These materials are grouped together because they are mineral substances used primarily for their abrasive properties in industrial processes. Natural garnet is a versatile mineral widely utilized in waterjet cutting, sandblasting, and water filtration systems. The classification applies whether the garnet is in its raw state, crushed into grains, or heat-treated to enhance its hardness or color. It is important to note that this code is for industrial-grade garnet. The classification is determined by the mineral's physical state and its intended use as a bulk abrasive rather than a finished product or a gemstone. The Harmonized System treats these as crude or minimally processed minerals, distinguishing them from synthetic abrasives or finished abrasive tools.
- Covers
- Industrial garnet grains
- Crushed garnet for sandblasting
- Waterjet grade garnet media
- Heat-treated natural garnet abrasives
- Alluvial garnet sand
- Garnet used for water filtration media
- Also under 2513.20
- GMA Garnet
- Barton International (garnet abrasives)
- Imerys (industrial minerals)
- Saint-Gobain Abrasives (uses natural abrasives)
Codes often confused with 2513.20
Common mistake. Natural garnet is often misclassified under 7103.10 if it is of gem quality and intended for jewelry use. Another common error is using 6805.10, which is for abrasive powder or grain on a base of woven textile fabric, paper, or paperboard. Code 2513.20 is strictly for the mineral in bulk or grain form without a backing material.
Top exporters and importers of HS 251320 (the code used for natural garnet), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 251320 (the code used for natural garnet) in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 251320, not only natural garnet.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Australia $88M 33% of world exports
- 2 China $44M 17% of world exports
- 3 India $39M 14% of world exports
World total: $268M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $42M 16% of world imports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $35M 13% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$26M 9.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $262M 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 natural garnet
Brazil classifies natural garnet under NCM 2513.20.00: HS 2513.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about natural garnet
What is the HS code for Natural garnet?
The HS code for Natural garnet is 251320 (Emery, natural corundum, natural garnet and other natural abrasives, whether or not heat-treated). The HS code for natural garnet in bulk, grain, or powder form is 2513.20.
How do I classify Natural garnet for customs?
Natural garnet is classified under HS code 251320 — Emery, natural corundum, natural garnet and other natural abrasives, whether or not heat-treated. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can garnet used for water filtration use this code?
Yes, natural garnet used as a filter medium is classified under 2513.20 as it remains a natural abrasive mineral regardless of the filtration application.
Which countries are the top exporters of natural garnet (HS 251320)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 251320 (the code used for natural garnet) in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($88M, 33% of world exports), China ($44M) and India ($39M). World exports came to about $268M, 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 natural garnet (HS 251320)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 251320 (the code used for natural garnet) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($42M, 16% of world imports), Saudi Arabia ($35M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $26M). World imports came to about $262M, 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 Natural garnet the same in all countries?
The base HS code 251320 for Natural garnet 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 natural garnet in Brazil?
In Brazil, natural garnet (HS 251320) is classified under NCM 2513.20.00.