HS Code for Worked slate

Worked slate and articles made of slate are classified under HS code 6803.00. This heading covers slate that has been further processed than the basic extraction and rough splitting described in Chapter 25. For a product to fall under 6803.00, it must be worked—meaning it has been cut, sawn, polished, or otherwise shaped into specific articles. Slate is a natural stone characterized by its ability to be split into thin sheets, and when these sheets are prepared for use in construction or as finished goods, they move from the mineral category (Chapter 25) to the stone articles category (Chapter 68). This code also includes articles made of agglomerated slate, which is produced from slate powder or waste bonded with a binder. The classification is straightforward as 6803.00 is a single heading that does not have further sub-divisions in the standard international HS nomenclature, though national tariffs may add specific digits for roofing slates versus other items.

Products Included

• Slate roofing tiles and shingles
• Slate floor tiles and wall cladding
• Slate slabs for billiard tables
• Slate blackboards and writing surfaces

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is with HS code 2514.00, which covers slate that is unworked or merely roughly trimmed or squared by sawing. If the slate has been precisely cut to size or polished, it must be moved to 6803.00. Additionally, slate articles are sometimes confused with other worked stones in heading 6802 (like granite or marble), but 6803.00 is specific to slate due to its unique geological properties and traditional uses.

FAQ

What is the HS code for worked slate?

The HS code for worked slate and all articles made of slate is 6803.00.

Are slate coasters classified under this code?

Yes, finished consumer goods like slate coasters or serving trays are classified under 6803.00 as articles of worked slate.