Natural stone grinding wheels trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in natural stone grinding wheels was worth $99.3 million in 2024, about 30.5 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 31% since 2017, and down 6% 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 | $99.3M | 30.5K t |
| 2023 | $105.7M | 27.4K t |
| 2022 | $115.4M | 36.2K t |
| 2021 | $123.9M | 49.0K t |
| 2020 | $114.9M | 19.4K t |
| 2019 | $142.6M | 26.8K t |
| 2018 | $164.5M | 33.5K t |
| 2017 | $144.8M | 29.0K t |
Top natural stone grinding wheels exporting countries
Exports are led by Mexico (27%), China (22%) and the United States (12%). 117 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 60%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $26.5M | 27% |
| China | $21.4M | 22% |
| United States | $11.7M | 12% |
| Japan | $6.7M | 6.7% |
| Thailand | $6.4M | 6.4% |
| Taiwan | $3.6M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $2.7M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 1.9% |
| India | $1.8M | 1.8% |
| Jordan | $1.7M | 1.7% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 28% of world imports, ahead of Mexico and India. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 42% across 195 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $28.1M | 28% |
| Mexico | $7.0M | 7.1% |
| India | $6.6M | 6.6% |
| Singapore | $6.4M | 6.5% |
| China | $4.2M | 4.3% |
| Thailand | $3.4M | 3.4% |
| Philippines | $3.2M | 3.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.2M | 3.3% |
| Malaysia | $2.8M | 2.8% |
| Vietnam | $2.5M | 2.6% |
| Kuwait | $1.8M | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $1.6M | 1.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.25 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Thailand averaged $40.66 per kg and China $1.98 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 6804.23: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like: of natural stone. HS 6804 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most natural stone grinding wheels?
Mexico exported $26.5 million in 2024, 27% of the world total, followed by China (22%) and the United States (12%). In all, 117 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most natural stone grinding wheels?
The United States imported $28.1 million in 2024, 28% of world imports, ahead of Mexico (7%) and India (7%). The top three importers together take 42%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in natural stone grinding wheels?
It was worth $99.3 million in 2024, about 30.5 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 31% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $164.5 million. 117 countries reported exports and 195 reported imports.
What is the average price of natural stone grinding wheels per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.25 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Thailand averaged $40.66 per kg and China $1.98 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 natural stone grinding wheels?
The HS code for natural stone grinding wheels is subheading 6804.23, in chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6804 page.
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