6802.21.10.00 - Travertine

This HTS category, 6802.21.10.00, specifically covers travertine that has been subjected to basic working processes, such as being simply cut or sawn to achieve a flat or even surface. Travertine, a form of limestone formed by mineral springs, is characterized by its porous structure and distinctive banding. This classification applies to the raw or semi-processed stone itself, intended for use in construction, monumental work, or as a decorative material, but not yet incorporated into finished articles.

Within the broader heading 6802, this subcategory distinguishes itself from its sibling, 6802.21.50.00 ("Other"). While both cover worked monumental or building stone, 6802.21.10.00 is exclusively for travertine. The "Other" category would encompass other types of monumental or building stone, besides marble and alabaster (which are classified under 6802.21.00), that have also been simply cut or sawn to a flat or even surface. This distinction relies primarily on the geological identification of the stone type.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Classification decisions at this level therefore rely on accurately identifying the material as travertine and confirming that the working process aligns with "simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface." Finished products or more extensively worked forms of travertine would fall under different HTS classifications, emphasizing the importance of the degree of processing and intended use in determining the correct tariff code.