Porphyry, basalt, sandstone and other monumental or building stone, whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise
Under the Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN), the code 2516 specifically identifies porphyry, basalt, sandstone and other monumental or building stone, whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise for the purpose of taxation and trade in Bharat. This ensures uniform classification across all Indian states and Union Territories.
"Classifying porphyry, basalt, sandstone and other monumental or building stone, whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise correctly is critical to avoid litigation. While the base rate is 5%, always check for anti-dumping duties if importing, especially under the Minerals category. AasanKhata automatically monitors these shifts for you."