HS Code 2515
Marble, Travertine and Alabaster Stone
HS code 2515 covers marble, travertine, ecaussine, and alabaster of a specific gravity ≥ 2.5, in crude blocks or slabs cut by sawing.
4-digit Section VFCL
HS Code 2515 — Marble, Travertine and Alabaster Stone
This heading includes high-density calcareous stones like marble and travertine. It covers the material in crude form or cut into blocks and slabs, typically destined for use in luxury construction and sculpture.
What's included
- Marble blocks
- Travertine slabs
- Alabaster
- Belgian fossil marble (ecaussine)
- Sawed stone slabs
What's excluded
- Marble furniture → use
9403(Fully manufactured furniture is classified by type.) - Crushed marble → use
2517(Chippings and powder use a different code.)
Common examples
- Carrara marble blocks
- Raw travertine slabs for tiling
- Unworked alabaster boulders
- Ecaussine stone slabs
Frequently asked questions
What is the specific gravity requirement for 2515?
The stone must generally have an apparent specific gravity of 2.5 or more. Stones with lower density may be classified elsewhere.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Certificates of origin are vital for preferential rates, especially for Italian or Turkish marble.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Italy, Turkey, Greece, Egypt
- Top importers: China, India, United States, Saudi Arabia
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Key takeaway
Applies to raw or sawed calcareous stones; if the stone is polished, molded, or edge-worked, it moves to 6802.
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