6802.91.05.00 - Slabs

This HTS category, 6802.91.05.00, specifically classifies "Slabs" of marble, travertine, and alabaster that have undergone some form of working. This includes materials cut to size or shape for use in construction or decoration, distinct from rough blocks or irregularly shaped pieces. The "worked" aspect signifies that the material has been processed beyond its natural state, such as through sawing, polishing, or shaping.

Within the broader heading of worked monumental or building stone, this category focuses exclusively on natural stone with the characteristic veining and coloring of marble, travertine, or alabaster. It is distinguished from sibling category 6802.91.15.00, which covers "Other" worked marble, travertine, and alabaster articles that do not fit the specific "slabs" definition, such as carved items or more complex decorative pieces.

As a leaf node in the HTS structure, this classification does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the practical application of this code hinges on correctly identifying the material as marble, travertine, or alabaster, and confirming that the article is presented in the form of a slab, which is typically understood as a flat, rectangular or square piece of significant surface area and relatively uniform thickness, suitable for flooring, wall cladding, or countertops.