Ceramic flooring blocks and tiles trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in ceramic flooring blocks and tiles was worth $585.3 million in 2024, about 941.5 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 1% since 2017, and down 18% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $585.3M | 941.5K t |
| 2023 | $710.0M | 763.4K t |
| 2022 | $651.0M | 1.10M t |
| 2021 | $600.2M | 1.11M t |
| 2020 | $536.1M | 933.5K t |
| 2019 | $516.7M | 1.13M t |
| 2018 | $509.7M | 1.12M t |
| 2017 | $588.6M | 1.24M t |
Top ceramic flooring blocks and tiles exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 72% of world exports, followed by Germany and Mozambique. The top three supply 81% between them, out of 125 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $421.0M | 72% |
| Germany | $32.4M | 5.5% |
| Mozambique | $19.2M | 3.3% |
| Belgium | $11.6M | 2% |
| Spain | $10.5M | 1.8% |
| Italy | $8.8M | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $8.0M | 1.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $6.8M | 1.2% |
| United States | $6.5M | 1.1% |
| Poland | $5.8M | 1% |
| Latvia | $4.8M | 0.8% |
| France | $4.2M | 0.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Ghana (8%), Hong Kong (6%) and Guinea (5%). 215 countries imported it, and the top three take 19% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $48.3M | 8.3% |
| Hong Kong | $33.6M | 5.8% |
| Guinea | $28.9M | 4.9% |
| Republic of the Congo | $27.0M | 4.6% |
| Djibouti | $22.1M | 3.8% |
| Cameroon | $21.2M | 3.6% |
| South Africa | $18.2M | 3.1% |
| Gabon | $16.0M | 2.7% |
| DR Congo | $15.1M | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $14.9M | 2.5% |
| Vietnam | $14.5M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $12.0M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.62 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, China averaged $1.09 per kg and Mozambique $0.14 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 6904.90: Ceramic flooring blocks, supports or filler tiles and the like (excluding building bricks). HS 6904 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most ceramic flooring blocks and tiles?
China exported $421.0 million in 2024, 72% of the world total, followed by Germany (6%) and Mozambique (3%). In all, 125 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most ceramic flooring blocks and tiles?
Ghana imported $48.3 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of Hong Kong (6%) and Guinea (5%). The top three importers together take 19%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in ceramic flooring blocks and tiles?
It was worth $585.3 million in 2024, about 941.5 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 1% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $710.0 million. 125 countries reported exports and 215 reported imports.
What is the average price of ceramic flooring blocks and tiles per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.62 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, China averaged $1.09 per kg and Mozambique $0.14 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for ceramic flooring blocks and tiles?
The HS code for ceramic flooring blocks and tiles is subheading 6904.90, in chapter 69 (ceramic products). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6904 page.
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