HS Code 6803
Worked Slate and Slate Articles
HS code 6803 is for worked slate and articles made of slate or agglomerated slate, such as roofing slates, floor tiles, and household articles.
4-digit Section XIIIFCL
HS Code 6803 — Worked Slate and Slate Articles
This code specifically covers slate that has been worked into finished or semi-finished items. This includes roofing slates, slate tiles for flooring, and decorative slate coasters or chalkboards.
What's included
- Roofing slates
- Slate floor tiles
- Slate coasters
- Agglomerated slate ornaments
- Billiard table beds
What's excluded
- Slate pencils → use
9609(Writing implements are classified in Chapter 96.) - Hand-held chalkboards → use
9610(Slates for writing or drawing are under heading 9610.)
Common examples
- Natural slate roof shingles
- Slate serving platters
- Dark grey slate flooring
- Decorative slate garden signs
Frequently asked questions
Is raw slate from a quarry in this code?
No, raw or roughly split slate without further work is in heading 2514.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 7%
- Documentation: Roofing slate must often meet specific building standard certifications (e.g., EN 12326).
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Spain, China, Brazil
- Top importers: France, United Kingdom, United States
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Key takeaway
Slate is unique and has its own heading regardless of whether it is a tile or a coaster.
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