Product classification
HS code for Paving stones: 6801.00
Stone, setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate).
Classification of paving stones under HS 6801.00
Paving stones made of natural stone are classified under HS code 6801.00. This heading specifically covers setts, curbstones, and flagstones of natural stone, excluding slate. These items are characterized by their use in paving roads, sidewalks, and similar surfaces. The classification is based on the physical form and the degree of working. Setts are small, roughly rectangular blocks; curbstones are long, narrow blocks used to form edges; and flagstones are large, flat slabs. To fall under 6801.00, the stones must be of natural stone and generally have a thickness and shape suitable for ground-level installation. Unlike monumental or building stone (heading 68.02), paving stones in 6801.00 are typically less finished and are intended for functional load-bearing surfaces rather than decorative cladding or intricate masonry. This classification is straightforward but requires the exclusion of artificial or concrete alternatives.
- Covers
- Granite paving setts
- Basalt road-surfacing blocks
- Sandstone curbstones for sidewalks
- Porphyry flagstones for pedestrian paths
- Natural limestone paving blocks
- Also under 6801.00
- Marshalls Paving (natural stone range)
- Tobermore (natural stone paving)
- various local quarry products
- Indian Sandstone Paving
- Chinese Granite Kerbs
Codes often confused with 6801.00
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying natural paving stones under HS code 6802, which covers worked monumental or building stone. While 6802 includes slabs and tiles, 6801.00 is the more specific heading for stones shaped specifically for paving. Another common misclassification is HS code 6810, which is for articles of cement, concrete, or artificial stone. If the paving stone is made of cast concrete, it must be classified under 6810. Finally, paving stones made of natural slate are excluded from 6801.00 and must be classified under HS code 6803.00.
Top exporters and importers of HS 680100 (the code used for paving stones), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 680100 (the code used for paving stones) in UN Comtrade data was Portugal, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% 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 680100, not only paving stones.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Portugal $72M 16% of world exports
- 2 Italy $56M 12% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$38M 8.4% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $458M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $144M 19% of world imports
- 2 France $92M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $78M 10% of world imports
World total: $776M 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 paving stones
Brazil classifies paving stones under NCM 6801.00.00: HS 6801.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about paving stones
What is the HS code for Paving stones?
The HS code for Paving stones is 680100 (Stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate)).
How do I classify Paving stones for customs?
Paving stones is classified under HS code 680100 — Stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for natural stone paving stones?
The HS code for setts, curbstones, and flagstones of natural stone (except slate) is 6801.00.
Are concrete pavers classified under this code?
No, concrete pavers are considered artificial stone and are classified under HS code 6810. Heading 6801.00 is strictly for natural stone products.
Which countries are the top exporters of paving stones (HS 680100)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 680100 (the code used for paving stones) in UN Comtrade data were Portugal ($72M, 16% of world exports), Italy ($56M) and Vietnam (about $38M). World exports came to about $458M, 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 paving stones (HS 680100)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 680100 (the code used for paving stones) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($144M, 19% of world imports), France ($92M) and Germany ($78M). World imports came to about $776M, 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 Paving stones the same in all countries?
The base HS code 680100 for Paving stones 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 paving stones in Brazil?
In Brazil, paving stones (HS 680100) is classified under NCM 6801.00.00.