Marble blocks imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of marble blocks by Egypt reached $22.6 million in 2024 (130.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 133 countries for imports of this product. That is 38% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $46.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22.6M | 130.2K t |
| 2023 | $36.4M | 213.6K t |
| 2022 | $46.0M | 254.8K t |
| 2021 | $26.9M | 208.3K t |
| 2020 | $16.9M | 165.1K t |
| 2019 | $22.2M | 214.3K t |
| 2018 | $21.1M | 200.3K t |
| 2017 | $15.8M | 157.3K t |
Where Egypt imports marble blocks from
Most of the value came from Italy (35%), Turkey (32%), Greece (14%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $7.9M | 35% |
| Turkey | $7.2M | 32% |
| Greece | $3.2M | 14% |
| Spain | $2.8M | 12% |
| India | $552K | 2.4% |
| North Macedonia | $334K | 1.5% |
| Iran | $269K | 1.2% |
| Sudan | $153K | 0.7% |
| Norway | $54K | 0.2% |
| Vietnam | $40K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.17 per kg, 32% below the world average of $0.25, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Marble blocks exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported marble blocks worth $3.8 million (16.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Jordan (42%), Saudi Arabia (14%), China (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+498% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $1.6M | 42% |
| Saudi Arabia | $523K | 14% |
| China | $490K | 13% |
| Australia | $463K | 12% |
| Italy | $307K | 8.2% |
| India | $201K | 5.4% |
| Greece | $51K | 1.4% |
| Norway | $37K | 1% |
| Belgium | $24K | 0.6% |
| France | $16K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt marble blocks imports (HS 2515.11): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 2515.11: Marble and travertine: having a specific gravity of 2.5 or more, crude or roughly trimmed by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape.
Common questions
What is the value of marble blocks imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported marble blocks worth $22.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 130.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 133 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply marble blocks to Egypt?
Italy was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by Turkey (32%) and Greece (14%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Sudan grew fastest among the top ten, up 100% on the year.
What is the average import price of marble blocks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.17 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $0.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of marble blocks to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.8 million in 2017 to $22.6 million in 2024, an increase of 43%. The peak was 2022 at $46.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export marble blocks?
Yes. Egypt exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Jordan, Saudi Arabia and China. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $18.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for marble blocks?
The HS code for marble blocks is subheading 2515.11. It sits in HS chapter 25 (salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2515 page.
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