Stone; monumental or building stone, n.e.c. in item no. 6802.2, articles thereof, simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface

HS v2022 Code: 680229

About stone; monumental or building stone, n.e.c. in item no. 6802.2, articles thereof, simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface

HS code 680229 covers a wide range of natural stone products, including monumental and building stones, that are simply cut or sawn with a flat or even surface. These stones are essential raw materials for the construction and architectural industries, providing durable and aesthetically pleasing materials for a variety of applications, from building facades and flooring to monuments and sculptures. The global trade in these stone products is a significant component of the broader 6802 Stone, monumental or building stone, and articles thereof industry, which plays a crucial role in supporting infrastructure development and urban planning worldwide.

Production process

The production of the stone products covered by HS code 680229 typically involves a series of extraction, cutting, and finishing processes. First, the raw stone is quarried from natural deposits, often using heavy machinery and explosives. The extracted blocks are then transported to processing facilities, where they are cut into smaller pieces using specialized saws and cutting tools. These cut stones may undergo further finishing processes, such as polishing, smoothing, or even engraving, to achieve the desired surface characteristics and aesthetic appeal.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the stone products under HS code 680229 include the raw natural stone, which is the primary raw material. Additionally, the industry relies on various types of machinery and tools, such as quarrying equipment, cutting saws, and polishing machines. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also essential for powering the production processes. Labor, both skilled and unskilled, is another critical input, as the extraction, cutting, and finishing of the stone products often require significant manual work.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 680229 are the various types of cut and finished stone products, including monumental stones, building stones, and other articles made from natural stone. These outputs are then used in a wide range of applications, such as 6810 Articles of cement, of concrete or of artificial stone, whether or not reinforced, 6811 Articles of asbestos-cement, of cellulose fiber-cement or the like, and 6815 Articles of stone or of other mineral substances, n.e.c. or included, among others. The global trade in these stone products is an important component of the broader construction and architectural industries.

Revisions to 680229

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 680229. The most recent 1 version of this code (680229) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 680229.

Family tree for stone; monumental or building stone, n.e.c. in item no. 6802.2, articles thereof, simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface

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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/v2022/6802'>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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680229'>680229: Stone; monumental or building stone, n.e.c. in item no. 6802.2, articles thereof, simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680210'>680210: Tiles, cubes and similar articles; whether or not rectangular (including square), largest face of which is capable of being enclosed in square, side less than 7cm, coloured granules, chippings, powder</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680221'>680221: Marble, travertine and alabaster; simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680223'>680223: Granite; articles thereof, simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680291'>680291: Marble, travertine and alabaster; articles thereof, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680292'>680292: Stone; calcareous (excluding marble, travertine, alabaster) articles thereof, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680293'>680293: Granite; articles thereof, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680299'>680299: Stone; natural (excluding marble, travertine, alabaster, other calcareous stone or granite), monumental or building stone, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface)</a>"]

    

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