HS Code 2516Granite, porphyry, basalt, sandstone, other monumental and building stone, whether or not roughly trimmed, cut, by sawing etc, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape
4 six-digit codes · Heading 16 of 29 in Chapter 25 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 2516 is the customs heading for granite, sandstone and a few other hard stones sold as blocks or slabs. Use this page to find the right six-digit code for your stone.
Goods answering to “Granite, porphyry, basalt, sandstone, other monumental and building stone, whether or not roughly trimmed, cut, by sawing etc, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape” split into 4 six-digit codes, 251611 through 251690. Each one carries its own customs description, and the exact wording below is what a classification has to match. The heading is number 16 of 29 in Chapter 25, Salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement, which runs to 67 six-digit codes in all.
Six-digit codes under heading 2516
| HS Code | Import–export description |
|---|---|
| 251611 | Granite; crude or roughly trimmed |
| 251612 | Granite; merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape |
| 251620 | Sandstone;. whether or not roughly trimmed, cut, by sawing etc, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape |
| 251690 | Monumental or building stone; n.e.c. in heading no. 2516, whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape |
What HS code 2516 covers
This heading is for hard stone used to build things or to make monuments. Granite is the most familiar example. Porphyry, basalt and sandstone sit here too.
The stone can be in one of three states. Crude means it comes straight from the quarry. Roughly trimmed means the edges have been knocked into shape. Sawn means it has been cut to a flat block or slab with a square or rectangular outline.
The heading sits in Chapter 25, which holds raw minerals and stone. Polished, carved or finished products usually belong in other chapters. Check the code wording before you file.
How to choose the right 2516 subcode
Ask two questions. What kind of stone is it? What shape is it in? The answers point to one code.
The table above has the exact wording. Here is the short version:
- 251611: crude or roughly trimmed granite, such as rough granite blocks straight from the quarry.
- 251612: sawn granite. Use it for granite blocks or slabs that were only cut to shape.
- 251620: sandstone, whether rough or sawn.
- Basalt and porphyry usually land here, as they have no code of their own.
HS 2516 vs related stone headings
Stone is spread over several headings in Chapter 25. Picking the wrong one is a common reason for a queried filing. When two headings seem to fit, read both descriptions side by side. These are the headings most often confused with this one:
- 2515 covers marble, travertine and other calcareous stone. Granite is not in this group.
- 2514 covers slate. Slate has its own heading, so do not put it under 2516.
- 2506 covers quartz and quartzite. These can look close to sandstone, but they are classified apart.
- Chippings and powder made from the stones of 2515 and 2516 also go there, so crushed granite is not a 2516 product.
- 2518 covers dolomite, a different stone with its own heading.
Who imports and exports granite under HS 2516
Knowing the code is the first step. The next step is to see who buys and sells the stone. EximDataX shows shipment-level import and export records from official customs sources. You can search by HS code to see who imports and exports a product.
Coverage is 43 direct customs feeds plus 184 mirror-derived countries. Named buyers and named suppliers are available in 38 of the 43 direct markets. Most markets refresh weekly and some refresh daily. You can book a free demo to see it for your own stone.
Duty and tax rates differ by country and change over time. Confirm them with the national tariff of the country you ship to. If you are not sure which code fits your goods, try the HS code classifier.
Related
Nearby headings in Chapter 25
- 2510Natural calcium phosphates; natural aluminium calcium phosphates and…2 codes
- 2511Natural barium sulphate (barytes); natural barium carbonate, (witherite)…2 codes
- 2512Siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) and similar…1 code
- 2513Pumice stone; emery; natural corundum, natural garnet and other natural…2 codes
- 2514Slate, whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise…1 code
- 2515Marble, travertine, ecaussine and other calcareous stone; of an apparent…3 codes
- 2517Pebbles, gravel, crushed stone for concrete aggregates for road or railway…5 codes
- 2518Dolomite, whether or not calcined or sintered, including dolomite roughly…2 codes
- 2519Natural magnesium carbonate (magnesite); fused magnesia; dead-burned…2 codes
- 2520Gypsum; anhydrite; plasters (consisting of calcined gypsum or calcium…2 codes
- 2521Limestone flux; limestone and other calcareous stone, of a kind used for the…1 code
- 2522Quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime; other than calcium oxide and…3 codes
Who ships under 2516?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 4 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section V: Mineral Products, chapters 25–27.
HS Code 2516: common questions
What does HS code 2516 cover?
It covers granite, porphyry, basalt and sandstone, plus other monumental and building stone. Each can be crude, roughly trimmed or sawn to a flat shape.
What is the HS code for granite?
Granite that is merely sawn goes under 251612.
What is the HS code for granite slabs or sawn granite blocks?
Both are classed as 251612. The cut must give a square or rectangular shape.
What is the HS code for sandstone blocks?
Sandstone has its own code, 251620. It is used for sandstone that is rough or sawn.
Which HS code is used for basalt or porphyry?
It applies to rough stone and to stone that is merely cut.
What is the difference between HS 2515 and 2516?
Heading 2515 covers marble, travertine, ecaussine and other calcareous stone.
Is crushed granite classified under 2516?
No. Crushed stone, chippings and powder of the stones in headings 2515 and 2516 are listed under heading 2517.
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