Sourcing natural stone shower trays from China
Natural stone shower trays from China under heading 6802 carry 0% UK duty across the listed lines. For sale in Great Britain, trays covered by a designated standard need a declaration of performance and accepted conformity marking. Specify drainage, wet-slip performance and support. Cambridge China Bridge sources natural stone shower trays.
UK duty on natural stone shower trays
Heading 6802 covers worked monumental or building stone and articles thereof, excluding slate articles, alongside natural stone mosaics and coloured granules. This guide concerns natural stone shower trays. The rows show possible classifications by stone type and working; confirm the actual product rather than treating every tray as the same commodity.
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 1 October 2026, all listed lines carry 0% duty for goods from China. The supplied record shows no anti-dumping or countervailing duties, suspensions or attached import controls. Market requirements and wood-packaging rules still need separate checks.
Send the broker the stone identity, manufacturing description, photographs and net weight to confirm the commodity code. For wider worked-stone coverage, see natural stone stair treads.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worked marble or travertine shower trays, other | 6802 91 00 90 | 0% | None |
| Worked shower trays of other calcareous stone, other | 6802 92 00 90 | 0% | None |
| Granite trays, worked but not carved, net weight 10 kg or more | 6802 93 10 00 | 0% | None |
| Other stone trays, worked but not carved, net weight 10 kg or more | 6802 99 10 00 | 0% | None |
Stone, drainage and installation specification
Specify the quarry and stone type, acceptable colour and veining, filled fissures, surface texture and sealer. Put the tray outline, thickness, drain position, outlet detail, falls, rim and underside support on an approved drawing. Agree compatibility with the chosen waste fitting and shower enclosure. Request wet-slip and cleaning tests on the finished, sealed surface.
For Great Britain, construction products covered by a designated standard need a compliant declaration of performance and conformity marking. CE marking remains accepted; UKCA is also available subject to its requirements. Ask the supplier to identify the applicable shower-tray standard and match the declaration and supporting reports to the actual model. Use testing and certification support to check the proposed route.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative batch of crated marble shower trays for a bathroom retailer under 6802 91 00 90, invoiced at £18,000 free on board, with £3,500 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £21,500. Duty at 0% is £0. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £21,500, so it is £4,300. With no duty, the only import tax is the VAT, which a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Geometry and drainage: measure against the drawing, check underside bearing surfaces and fit the specified waste. Run water through a supported sample and check for pooling, leakage and an obstructed outlet.
Stone and finish: compare colour and veining with the approved range. Inspect the drain opening, underside and edges for cracks, chips and concealed repairs. Check the agreed texture and sealer on production pieces.
Documents: where construction-product rules apply, match the declaration of performance and conformity marking to the supplied model. Compare the wet-slip and cleaning reports with the actual finish rather than an unsealed stone sample.
Packing and arrival: check rigid support, edge protection and separation between trays. Solid wood packaging imported into Great Britain must meet ISPM 15; check the legible mark. On arrival, photograph damage before unpacking and record cracks during quality inspection.
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What goes wrong
A tray can match the outline yet fail to drain because its falls or waste recess are wrong. A waste fitting may tighten against an uneven seat and leak. Approve a supported sample with the intended fitting, then repeat drainage and fit checks on production trays.
A glossy or newly sealed surface can behave differently when wet. Filled fissures may open around the drain, while poor underside support or loose crating can cause fractures. Keep the approved finish, support instructions and packing design with the order, and inspect before installation.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For repeat volumes, see container programmes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on natural stone shower trays from China?
The supplied tariff record shows 0% duty across heading 6802, with no anti-dumping or countervailing duties. Confirm the tray's stone type and working before selecting its commodity code.
Do natural stone shower trays need CE or UKCA marking?
For Great Britain, trays covered by a designated construction-product standard need a declaration of performance and conformity marking. CE remains accepted; UKCA can also be used subject to its requirements.
How do I check that a stone shower tray drains properly?
Support a sample as intended, fit the specified waste and run water across the tray. Check the falls, pooling, outlet clearance and leakage around the waste seat.
What should I specify for a natural stone shower tray?
Specify the stone, colour range, repairs, texture, sealer, dimensions, drain detail and underside support. Agree wet-slip and cleaning checks on the finished surface and approve protective crating.