What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 25161200?

HSN code 25161200 (Granite) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 25161200?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 25161200 is 20%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 25161200 cover?

HSN code 25161200 covers Granite. It sits under Chapter 25 – Salt; sulphur; earths and stone; plastering materials, lime and cement, in Section V – MINERAL PRODUCTS.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 25161200?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 25161200 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

Is import of HSN code 25161200 free or restricted?

Under the ITC (HS) import policy, HSN code 25161200 is classified as "Restricted". Always confirm against the latest DGFT notifications before importing.

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Granite HSN Code 2516

Q: What is the HSN code for Granite?

The HSN code for Granite is 25161200, classified under Chapter 25 – Salt; sulphur; earths and stone; plastering materials, lime and cement of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

Q: What is the HSN code for granite?

Crude or roughly trimmed granite is classified under 25161100, and granite merely cut into blocks/slabs under 25161200, within heading 2516.

18% IGSTSchedule II

Granite, porphyry, basalt and sandstone are classified under HSN heading 2516. Crude blocks and sawn slabs each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

2516

Primary code

25161200

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

20%

Granite HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 2516 (granite, porphyry, basalt, sandstone and other monumental or building stone, whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape ---- granite :). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
25161100	- Crude or roughly trimmed	5%	20%
25161200	- Merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape	18%	20%

FTA preferential rates: 13 partner agreement(s) listed for 25161200; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 10 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for granite?

The HSN code for granite is 2516 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for granite the most common is 25161200, which attracts 18% IGST.

HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes are India's standardised product-classification system used for both GST and customs. The first 2 digits are the chapter, 4 digits the heading, 6 digits the international subheading and 8 digits the India-specific tariff item. Always confirm the exact 8-digit code for your specific variant, and verify the rate against the latest CBIC/DGFT notification before filing.

How granite is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for granite narrows down level by level — from the broad section to the specific 8-digit tariff item used on your invoice and Bill of Entry.

Chapter 252-digitSalt; sulphur; earths and stone; plastering materials, lime and cement
25164-digit headingGRANITE, PORPHYRY, BASALT, SANDSTONE AND OTHER MONUMENTAL OR BUILDING STONE, WHETHER OR NOT ROUGHLY TRIMMED OR MERELY CUT, BY SAWING OR OTHERWISE, INTO BLOCKS OR SLABS OF A RECTANGULAR (INCLUDING SQUARE) SHAPE ---- Granite :
2516126-digit subheadingGRANITE, PORPHYRY, BASALT, SANDSTONE AND OTHER MONUMENTAL OR BUILDING STONE, WHETHER OR NOT ROUGHLY TRIMMED OR MERELY CUT, BY SAWING OR OTHERWISE, INTO BLOCKS OR SLABS OF A RECTANGULAR (INCLUDING SQUARE) SHAPE ---- Granite :
251612008-digit tariff item- Merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape

Section V — MINERAL PRODUCTS

GST on granite

Granite (HSN 2516) attracts 18% GST under GST Schedule II. On a sale within the same state this is charged as 9% CGST + 9% SGST; on an inter-state sale or an import it is charged as a single 18% IGST. This is the rate recorded for the primary code 25161200 — other variants in the table above can carry different rates, so match your exact product and verify against the latest CBIC GST rate notification.

Customs duty on imported granite

When granite (HSN 25161200) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 20%, AIDC 20%, Social Welfare Surcharge on the aggregate of customs duties, plus IGST 18% on the assessable value plus duties. Import policy: Restricted.

Indicative total duty on ₹100 of assessable value: ₹49.152. This is an estimate — the actual amount depends on valuation, exemptions and the notifications in force on the date of import.

See the full duty breakdown for 25161200 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for granite is 2516 at the heading level, with 25161200 the most commonly used 8-digit tariff item (18% GST). Always pick the 8-digit code that matches your exact product variant from the table above, and confirm the GST rate and customs duty against the latest CBIC/DGFT notifications before invoicing or filing a Bill of Entry.