HS Code 6801

Natural Stone Paving and Flagstones

HS code 6801 covers setts, curbstones, and flagstones made of natural stone (except slate), used typically for outdoor paving and road construction purposes.

4-digit Section XIIIFCL

HS Code 6801 — Natural Stone Paving and Flagstones

This code covers natural stones (except slate) that have been shaped into setts, curbstones, and flagstones. These are primarily used for road surfacing, pavements, and heavy-duty walkway landscaping.

What's included

  • Granite setts
  • Basalt curbstones
  • Paving flagstones of natural stone
  • Roadway stone blocks

What's excluded

  • Slate flagstones → use 6803 (All worked slate is classified under heading 6803 regardless of use.)
  • Processed building stone → use 6802 (Polished or decoratively worked stone for buildings belongs in 6802.)

Common examples

  • Granite cobblestones
  • Sandstone curbstones
  • Limestone flagstones for sidewalks

Frequently asked questions

Is sandstone included here?

Yes, if it is in the form of a sett, curbstone, or flagstone used for paving.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
  • Documentation: Weights are critical for freight calculation; usually sold by the metric tonne.
  • Typical shipping mode: FCL
  • Top exporters: India, China, Vietnam
  • Top importers: Germany, United Kingdom, France

Key takeaway

Covers heavy outdoor paving; slate is always the exception to this code.

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