HS Code 2514
Natural Slate Blocks and Slabs
HS code 2514 covers natural slate in the form of crude blocks or slabs, whether or not merely cut by sawing or otherwise into rectangular shapes.
4-digit Section VFCL
HS Code 2514 — Natural Slate Blocks and Slabs
This code covers natural slate that has been roughly trimmed or cut into rectangular or square blocks and slabs. It applies to raw material and semi-finished stone intended for further processing into roofing or flooring.
What's included
- Roughly trimmed slate
- Sawed slate blocks
- Rectangular slate slabs
- Unworked slate
What's excluded
- Finished roofing slate → use
6803(Further worked or shaped slate is classified as articles of slate.) - Slate mosaics → use
6803(Mosaics are considered worked articles.)
Common examples
- Raw slate blocks
- Saw-cut slate slabs for flooring
- Roughly trimmed slate for masonry
- Slate squares for further splitting
Frequently asked questions
Is finished roofing slate under 2514?
No. Once slate is further processed into roofing tiles or specific shapes, it moves to heading 6803.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 2%
- Documentation: Weight and dimensions of slabs should be stated on the commercial invoice.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Spain, Brazil, China, India
- Top importers: France, United Kingdom, United States, Germany
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Key takeaway
Code 2514 is only for crude or roughly shaped slate; finished products such as tiles always belong in Chapter 68.
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