--- title: "6801 HSN Code | HSN Code for Natural stone setts in India" description: "Know more about 6801 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 6801 covering Natural stone setts." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6801/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 6801: Natural stone setts Setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate) Part of [Chapter 68: Stone, Cement & Plaster Items](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-68/). - Current GST rate: 18% - Earlier GST rate: 18% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 68010000 | [Articles of Stone, Plaster, Cement, Asbestos, Mica](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-68010000/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 6801 It includes Natural stone setts ### What should my invoice and records include for Natural stone setts? Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail. ### Any special steps when selling Natural stone setts through an e‑commerce platform? Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns. ### If I repair and return Natural stone setts, how should I charge GST? Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values. ### Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Natural stone setts? If your outward supply of Natural stone setts is taxable, ITC is generally available (Sections 16–17) except blocked credits (e.g., personal use, motor vehicles in most cases). For exempt supplies, proportionate reversal is required under Rule 42/43. ### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Natural stone setts? Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Natural stone setts are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding. ### What misclassification mistakes happen with Natural stone setts? Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹205 Cr (+9.23% YoY) — 0.0055% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹2 Cr (−2.96% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹203 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #327 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 68: 1.09% of its exports; import side 0.02% - Rank within Chapter 68: #8 of 15 by export value; import-side #14 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 40.48% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #696 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +548.14% in FY 2020-21 - Contribution to Ch. 68: 1.09% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB. | FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Ch. 68 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 68 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 26.67 | 0.0012% | — | 0.24% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +26.33 | #918 | | FY 2019-20 | 48.01 | 0.0022% | +80.02% | 0.40% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +32.35% | 0.01% | +47.56 | #851 | | FY 2020-21 | 311.17 | 0.0145% | +548.14% | 2.26% | 1.37 | 0.0000% | +204.44% | 0.03% | +309.80 | #518 | | FY 2021-22 | 367.99 | 0.0117% | +18.26% | 2.16% | 1.22 | 0.0000% | −10.95% | 0.02% | +366.77 | #550 | | FY 2022-23 | 156.01 | 0.0043% | −57.60% | 0.90% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −39.34% | 0.01% | +155.27 | #731 | | FY 2023-24 | 187.65 | 0.0052% | +20.28% | 1.09% | 2.03 | 0.0000% | +174.32% | 0.02% | +185.62 | #704 | | FY 2024-25 | 204.97 | 0.0055% | +9.23% | 1.09% | 1.97 | 0.0000% | −2.96% | 0.02% | +203.00 | #696 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 40.48%/yr, imports 34.02%/yr (consistently Surplus) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 40.48% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 have grown at a compound annual rate of 40.48% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹26.67 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹204.97 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 ranked #696 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 ranks #696 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 68, it ranks #8 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #327 of 1233. ### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 548.14% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹203.00 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹204.97 Cr exceeded imports of ₹1.97 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹203.00 Crore — ranking #327 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 34.02% CAGR signals rising demand for Natural stone setts India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 have grown at 34.02% CAGR, reaching ₹1.97 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 contributes 1.09% of Chapter 68 exports — ranked #8 Among the 15 sub-chapters under Chapter 68, HSN Sub-Chapter 6801 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 1.09% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.02% share (rank #14). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 68 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6802: Worked monumental or building stone](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6802/) | ₹9,826 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6810: Cement articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6810/) | ₹5,124 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6815: Stone/mineral articles, carbon fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6815/) | ₹1,115 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6813: Brake friction materials](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6813/) | ₹739 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6804: Grindstones & sharpening tools](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6804/) | ₹563 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6806: Mineral wools](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6806/) | ₹324 Cr | | #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6811: Asbestos-cement articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6811/) | ₹247 Cr | | #8 | HSN Sub-Chapter 6801: Natural stone setts (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹205 Cr | | #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6803: Worked slate articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6803/) | ₹158 Cr | | #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 6814: Worked Mica Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6814/) | ₹150 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 6802 | [Worked monumental or building stone](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6802/) | | 6803 | [Worked slate articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6803/) | | 6804 | [Grindstones & sharpening tools](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6804/) | | 6805 | [Natural/synthetic abrasive powders](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6805/) | | 6806 | [Mineral wools](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6806/) | | 6807 | [Articles Of Asphalt, Petroleum Bitumen](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6807/) | | 6808 | [Cement/agglomerated vegetable panels](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6808/) | | 6809 | [Plaster articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6809/) | | 6810 | [Cement articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6810/) | | 6811 | [Asbestos-cement articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6811/) | | 6812 | [Asbestos articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6812/) | | 6813 | [Brake friction materials](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6813/) | | 6814 | [Worked Mica Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6814/) | | 6815 | [Stone/mineral articles, carbon fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6815/) |