Chapter 2516 — Customs Tariff Headings

Crude Absolute Black Granite Boulder

Crude Absolute Black Granite Boulder — unrefined boulders of Absolute Black granite, roughly trimmed to block form with irregular edges, sourced for high-end countertops and memorials. This product is in a crude state, only roughly trimmed, and falls under tariff item 2516.11.00 as crude or roughly trimmed granite.

Crude Brazilian Granite Block

Crude Brazilian Granite Block — a large, unprocessed block of granite extracted from Brazilian quarries, roughly trimmed on all sides but retaining its natural irregular surfaces. It falls under tariff item 2516.11.00 as crude or roughly trimmed granite, since it has not been cut into rectangular slabs or further processed.

Crude Rosa Beta Red Granite Block

Crude Rosa Beta Red Granite Block — Rosa Beta red granite in crude block form, roughly trimmed with saw marks visible, ideal for sculpting or architectural elements. This product is only roughly trimmed and not cut into precise rectangular shapes, so it falls under tariff item 2516.11.00 for crude or roughly trimmed granite.

Crude Tan Brown Granite Block

Crude Tan Brown Granite Block — Tan Brown granite in crude, roughly trimmed blocks from Indian quarries, suitable for outdoor paving or memorials after processing. The blocks are only roughly trimmed and not cut into rectangular slabs, so they fall under tariff item 2516.11.00 as crude or roughly trimmed granite.

Roughly Trimmed Indian Black Galaxy Granite

Roughly Trimmed Indian Black Galaxy Granite — roughly trimmed blocks of Black Galaxy granite from India, featuring natural sparkling flecks, cut only to remove major irregularities without precise shaping. This product is in a crude state, only roughly trimmed, and falls under tariff item 2516.11.00 for crude or roughly trimmed granite.

Roughly Trimmed Kashmir White Granite

Roughly Trimmed Kashmir White Granite — Kashmir White granite blocks roughly trimmed to remove overburden, featuring subtle grey veining for premium applications. The blocks are only roughly trimmed and not cut into rectangular slabs, so they fall under tariff item 2516.11.00 as crude or roughly trimmed granite.

Rough Trimmed Blue Pearl Granite

Rough Trimmed Blue Pearl Granite — Blue Pearl granite blocks roughly trimmed, showcasing iridescent blue-green flecks, for high-end flooring or countertops. This product is only roughly trimmed and not cut into rectangular slabs, so it falls under tariff item 2516.11.00 for crude or roughly trimmed granite.

Rough Trimmed G603 Grey Granite Block

Rough Trimmed G603 Grey Granite Block — G603 light grey granite blocks roughly sawn and trimmed from Chinese quarries, preserving natural texture for building facades or monuments. The blocks are only roughly trimmed and not cut into rectangular slabs, so they fall under tariff item 2516.11.00 as crude or roughly trimmed granite.

Black Absolute Granite Slab

A dark, uniform black granite slab sawn into rectangular blocks of about 3 cm thickness, ideal for exterior cladding or paving. It qualifies for this tariff item as granite merely cut by sawing, without further dressing or polishing.

Cut Granite Building Blocks

Roughly sawn granite blocks cut into rectangular shapes, typically measuring 2x2x4 feet, used primarily for constructing foundations and walls in commercial buildings. This product falls under this tariff item because it is granite merely cut by sawing into rectangular blocks, without further processing such as polishing or flame-texturing.

Granite Countertop Blanks

Rough-cut granite slabs in rectangular 9x5x1.25 foot sizes serving as blanks for later countertop fabrication. They are merely sawn blocks or slabs without edge profiling or polishing, meeting the scope of this tariff item for granite merely cut by sawing into rectangular shapes.

Indian Kashmir White Granite Slab

Light-colored granite slab from Indian quarries, sawn into 2-3 cm thick rectangular panels for interior wall veneers or memorials. It is merely cut by sawing, without beveling or finishing, fitting the scope of this tariff item for granite.

Monumental Granite Slabs

Heavy granite slabs sawn rectangular at 6x10x2 feet for cemetery monuments and memorials. They are granite merely cut into rectangular slabs without further work, fitting the description of this tariff item for monumental granite.

Rectangular Granite Slabs

Large granite slabs sawn to rectangular dimensions of 5x8x1.5 inches, suitable for exterior cladding on high-rise buildings. They are granite merely cut by sawing into slabs without additional machining, meeting the scope of this tariff item.

Rough Cut Granite Building Slab

A rectangular granite slab merely cut by sawing, typically 2-4 inches thick, used for constructing walls, facades, or flooring in commercial buildings. It falls under this tariff item as granite merely cut into blocks or slabs without further processing.

Sawn Granite Countertop Blank

Rectangular granite blocks or slabs sawn to standard sizes like 120x60 inches, serving as blanks for kitchen countertops before final fabrication. They are merely cut by sawing without further processing, meeting the scope of this tariff item.

Thick Granite Countertop Slab

A large rectangular granite slab, sawn to dimensions with a thickness exceeding 7.5 cm, used primarily for fabricating kitchen countertops and bathroom vanities. It falls under this tariff item as granite merely cut by sawing into rectangular slabs, without further processing.

Thick Granite Paving Slab

Heavy-duty granite slab, rectangular and sawn to 8-10 cm thickness, designed for heavy-traffic paving in plazas or driveways. It is granite building stone meeting the rectangular slab and thickness requirements, merely cut by sawing without further work.

Beige Sandstone Garden Slabs

Beige sandstone rectangular slabs cut by sawing to 18x9x1.5 inches for garden edging and raised beds. These slabs are merely sawn into rectangular shapes, fitting tariff item 2516.20.00 for sandstone.

Brown Sandstone Patio Blocks

Brown sandstone rectangular blocks, sawn to 12x12x2 inches, for outdoor patios and pathways. The blocks are merely cut by sawing into rectangular slabs, qualifying under tariff item 2516.20.00.

Buff Sandstone Slabs

Large rectangular slabs of buff-colored sandstone, sawn to dimensions around 8x4x2 inches, intended for building foundations and retaining walls. These slabs are roughly trimmed and merely cut, fitting tariff item 2516.20.00.

Bulk Crude Sandstone Building Blocks

Bulk shipments of crude sandstone blocks, roughly trimmed from the quarry, intended for large-scale building projects such as walls and foundations. These blocks are in a crude state with minimal processing, qualifying under tariff item 2516.20.00 as monumental or building stone.

Crude Brown Sandstone Quarry Blocks

Brown sandstone quarry blocks, minimally trimmed to rectangular form, suitable for cutting into building or monumental stone. The crude, roughly trimmed state aligns with tariff item 2516.20.00 for sandstone in blocks or slabs.

Crude Yellow Sandstone Monumental Blocks

Yellow sandstone blocks in crude form, roughly trimmed for sculptors and monument makers. These blocks are unprocessed beyond rough trimming, making them classifiable under tariff item 2516.20.00 as monumental or building stone.

Gray Sandstone Facade Slabs

Rectangular gray sandstone slabs cut by sawing to 24x12x3 inches for building facades and cladding. These slabs are merely cut without carving, drilling, or finishing, qualifying under tariff item 2516.20.00.

Pink Sandstone Cladding Blocks

Rectangular pink sandstone blocks sawn to 20x10x3 inches for wall cladding and veneers. These blocks are only saw-cut into rectangular shapes with no polishing or detailing, fitting tariff item 2516.20.00.

Quarried Gray Sandstone Blocks

Gray sandstone blocks extracted and roughly trimmed into rectangular form for building construction or monuments. The minimal processing—only rough trimming—qualifies under tariff item 2516.20.00 for sandstone in blocks or slabs.

Rough Cut Buff Sandstone Slabs

Buff-colored sandstone slabs roughly sawn into rectangular blocks for monumental memorials or building veneers. These slabs are merely roughly trimmed, not machined or polished, fitting tariff item 2516.20.00 for sandstone.

Roughly Sawn Arizona Sandstone Blocks

Desert-sourced sandstone roughly sawn and trimmed into blocks for regional building styles. The rustic texture and minimal processing—only rough sawing and trimming—qualify under tariff item 2516.20.00 as building stone.

Roughly Trimmed Red Sandstone Blocks

Large red sandstone blocks quarried and roughly trimmed to remove major irregularities, then cut into rectangular shapes by sawing. This minimal processing—rough trimming and sawing—places them under tariff item 2516.20.00 for sandstone.

Rough Trimmed Indian Sandstone Blocks

Indian-origin sandstone blocks roughly trimmed for export as monumental or building stone in rectangular form. The minimally processed state—only rough trimming—qualifies under tariff item 2516.20.00.

Rough Trimmed Rainbow Sandstone Blocks

Multi-hued rainbow sandstone roughly trimmed into blocks for decorative monuments. The unworked state, with only rough trimming, aligns with tariff item 2516.20.00 for sandstone in blocks or slabs.

Trimmed Teakwood Sandstone Slabs

Teakwood variety sandstone slabs roughly trimmed for premium building projects. The unique grain mimicking wood and minimal processing—only rough trimming—qualify under tariff item 2516.20.00.

Basalt Exterior Wall Slab

Basalt exterior wall slabs are heavy slabs over 7.5 cm thick, cut rectangular for cladding exterior walls of commercial buildings. They are roughly trimmed or sawn, with no further processing, which aligns with heading 25.16. Basalt is specifically mentioned in the heading, and the product falls under the 'other' category as it is not granite or porphyry.

Bluestone Slabs

Bluestone slabs are a type of sandstone that has been merely cut by sawing into rectangular shapes for use in patios and building steps. They are not processed beyond cutting, which aligns with the scope of heading 25.16 for monumental or building stone. The product is in a crude state and has not been subjected to any further treatment such as polishing or chemical alteration.

Gneiss Cladding Slab

Gneiss cladding slabs are metamorphic stone slabs thicker than 7.5 cm, rectangular sawn for exterior cladding in public monuments. They are not processed beyond cutting, which meets the crude state requirement of Chapter 25. Gneiss is a type of monumental or building stone that falls under the 'other' category of heading 25.16.

Heavy Sandstone Building Slab

Heavy sandstone building slabs are rectangular slabs over 7.5 cm thick, roughly sawn for use in constructing exterior walls or facades in monumental architecture. They are merely cut by sawing, with no further processing, which aligns with heading 25.16. Sandstone is explicitly mentioned in the heading, and the product falls under the 'other' category as it is not granite or porphyry.

Indiana Limestone Building Blocks

Indiana limestone building blocks are roughly trimmed and cut into rectangular shapes by sawing, intended for constructing building facades and walls. They are not subjected to any processing beyond cutting, keeping them within the crude state required by Chapter 25. The blocks are a form of monumental or building stone, specifically limestone, which is not otherwise excluded by the chapter notes.

Limestone Monumental Slabs

Bedford limestone slabs are cut into rectangular shapes for use in gravestones and memorials, representing monumental stone. They are merely cut by sawing and not further processed, which meets the requirements of heading 25.16. The product is in a crude state, with no polishing or other finishing applied.

Limestone Monument Facade Slab

Limestone monument facade slabs are rectangular limestone slabs exceeding 7.5 cm thickness, sawn for monumental facades or historical restorations. They are not roughly trimmed beyond rectangular blocks, with no further processing, which meets the requirements of heading 25.16. The product is a type of monumental or building stone that falls under the 'other' category.

Pietraforte Sandstone Slabs

Pietraforte sandstone slabs are roughly sawn for historic building restoration, preserving their crude state. They are cut into rectangular shapes but not subjected to any further processing, aligning with the scope of heading 25.16. The product is a type of sandstone, which is explicitly included in the tariff item description.

Quartzite Monumental Blocks

Quartzite monumental blocks are large rectangular blocks sawn roughly for tombstones and public monuments. They are not processed beyond cutting, keeping them in the crude state required by Chapter 25. Quartzite is a type of monumental or building stone that falls under the 'other' category of heading 25.16.

Serpentine Stone Blocks

Serpentine stone blocks are sawn into rectangles for architectural facades and sculptures, representing monumental or building stone. They are not processed beyond cutting, which aligns with the crude state requirement of Chapter 25. Serpentine is not specifically named in other headings, so it falls under the 'other' category of heading 25.16.

Slate Building Slabs

Slate building slabs are roughly cut into rectangular form from Welsh quarries for building cladding and monumental memorials. They are not processed into roofing or damp course slates, which are excluded under Chapter 25. The product is merely cut by sawing, keeping it within the scope of heading 25.16 as other monumental or building stone.

Slate Monumental Block

Slate monumental blocks are thick slate blocks over 7.5 cm, cut rectangular for large-scale monumental bases or plinths. They are roughly trimmed, with no further processing, which aligns with heading 25.16. Slate is not specifically excluded from this heading, and the product falls under the 'other' monumental stone category.

Thick Granite Countertop Slab

Thick granite countertop slabs are roughly trimmed and cut into rectangular shapes with a thickness exceeding 7.5 cm, used for high-end kitchen countertops or monumental applications. They are not processed beyond cutting, which aligns with the crude state requirement of Chapter 25. Granite is specifically mentioned in the heading, and the product falls under the 'other' category as it is not classified under the granite subheading.

Travertine Building Blocks

Travertine building blocks are roughly sawn from Turkish quarries for exterior building walls and monumental structures. They are not processed beyond cutting, which aligns with the crude state requirement of Chapter 25. Travertine is a form of calcareous stone that falls under the 'other' category of heading 25.16, distinct from marble or alabaster.