2516.20.20.00 - Merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape

This HTS category, 2516.20.20.00, specifically covers sandstone that has undergone further processing beyond its natural state or rough trimming. The defining characteristic of this classification is that the sandstone has been cut, through sawing or other mechanical means, into regular geometric shapes, specifically blocks or slabs. These shapes are always rectangular, which includes squares, indicating a precise and manufactured form rather than a natural or roughly hewn piece.

This classification is distinct from its sibling category, 2516.20.10.00, which is designated for "Crude or roughly trimmed" sandstone. While both fall under the broader umbrella of sandstone, this node exclusively covers material that has been significantly shaped into standard dimensions. The difference lies in the level of processing; crude or roughly trimmed stone retains a more natural appearance and less precise form, whereas the goods under 2516.20.20.00 exhibit clear evidence of mechanical cutting into uniform blocks or slabs.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within this specific code hinges entirely on the material being sandstone and its physical form conforming to the described rectangular blocks or slabs. Examples would include precisely cut sandstone paving stones, architectural elements, or countertops that have been dimensioned by sawing.