Stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate)

HS v2022 Code: 6801

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
68	01	n/a

Code	6801
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	68

Ancestor Codes: Stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof

This Code: Stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate)

Child Codes: Stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate)

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Monumental or building stone, worked (except slate) and articles thereof (not of heading no. 6801) mosaic cubes etc., of natural stone including slate; artificially coloured granules of natural stone; Slate, worked; and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate; Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels, etc without frameworks, for grinding, sharpening, polishing, etc and parts thereof, natural stone, agglomerated natural or artificial abrasives or of ceramics; Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of textile material, of paper, paperboard or of other material, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up; Slag, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag, mixtures and articles of heat, sound insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials

About stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate)

HS code 6801 covers a diverse range of natural stone products, including setts, curbstones, and flagstones. These materials are widely used in construction, landscaping, and urban infrastructure projects, playing a crucial role in the built environment. The global demand for these natural stone products is driven by factors such as urbanization, infrastructure development, and the growing preference for sustainable and durable building materials.

Production process

The production of natural stone products under HS code 6801 typically involves quarrying, cutting, and shaping the raw materials. Quarrying operations extract the stone from natural deposits, while cutting and shaping processes use specialized machinery to transform the raw blocks into the desired sizes and shapes. Advanced techniques, such as polishing and finishing, may also be employed to enhance the aesthetic appeal and durability of the final products.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of HS code 6801 products are the natural stone deposits, which can include granite, limestone, sandstone, and other types of rock. In addition to the raw materials, the industry relies on specialized equipment, such as quarrying machinery, cutting tools, and polishing machines. Energy sources, transportation, and skilled labor are also essential inputs for the efficient production and distribution of these natural stone products.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the HS code 6801 industry are setts, curbstones, and flagstones, which are used in a variety of applications. These natural stone products are commonly used in 6807 Roofing and facing materials of natural stone and 6810 Articles of cement, of concrete or of artificial stone, whether or not reinforced, as well as in landscaping, urban design, and infrastructure projects. The versatility and durability of these natural stone products make them a popular choice for both commercial and residential applications.

Family tree for stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/68'>68: Stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6801'>6801: Stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate)</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6802'>6802: Monumental or building stone, worked (except slate) and articles thereof (not of heading no. 6801) mosaic cubes etc., of natural stone including slate; artificially coloured granules of natural stone</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6803'>6803: Slate, worked; and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6804'>6804: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels, etc without frameworks, for grinding, sharpening, polishing, etc and parts thereof, natural stone, agglomerated natural or artificial abrasives or of ceramics</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6805'>6805: Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of textile material, of paper, paperboard or of other material, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6806'>6806: Slag, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag, mixtures and articles of heat, sound insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6807'>6807: Asphalt or similar material; articles (e.g. petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch)</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6808'>6808: Panels, boards, tiles, blocks and the like; of vegetable fibre, of straw, shavings, chips, particles, sawdust or other waste, of wood, agglomerated with cement, plaster or other mineral binders</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6809'>6809: Plaster or compositions based on plaster; articles thereof</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6810'>6810: Cement, concrete or artificial stone; whether or not reinforced, articles thereof</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6811'>6811: Asbestos-cement, of cellulose fibre-cement or the like</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6812'>6812: Fabricated asbestos fibres; mixtures with a basis of asbestos or of asbestos and magnesium carbonate; articles of such mixtures or of asbestos (e.g. thread, woven fabric, clothing, footwear), whether or not reinforced, not goods of heading 6811 or 6813</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6813'>6813: Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted; for brakes, clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos, other mineral substances, or cellulose</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6814'>6814: Mica; worked, articles of, including agglomerated or reconstituted mica; whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6815'>6815: Stone or other mineral substances; articles thereof (including carbon fibres, articles of carbon fibres and articles of peat), not elsewhere specified or included</a>"]

    B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680100'>680100: Stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate)</a>"]


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