Granite blocks exports from Mozambique: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of granite blocks by Mozambique reached $13.0 million in 2024 (36.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value fell 52% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $36.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13.0M | 36.7K t |
| 2023 | $27.3M | 68.8K t |
| 2022 | $32.3M | 88.9K t |
| 2021 | $19.9M | 52.0K t |
| 2020 | $23.0M | 70.9K t |
| 2019 | $32.5M | 101.8K t |
| 2018 | $36.5M | 101.6K t |
| 2017 | $32.4M | 95.0K t |
Where Mozambique exports granite blocks to
Italy alone took 66% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $8.6M | 66% |
| Spain | $4.4M | 34% |
| Taiwan | $49K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.36 per kg, 350% above the world average of $0.08. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Granite blocks imports to Mozambique
Imports of granite blocks by Mozambique reached $445 thousand in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). Zimbabwe alone supplied 100% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $445K | 100% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique granite blocks exports (HS 2516.11): 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 2516.11: Granite: crude or roughly trimmed.
Common questions
What is the value of granite blocks exported by Mozambique?
Mozambique exported granite blocks worth $13.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 36.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 103 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 52% on 2023.
Which countries buy granite blocks from Mozambique?
Italy was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Spain (34%) and Taiwan (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of granite blocks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.36 per kg in 2024, 350% above the world average of $0.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of granite blocks from Mozambique changed since 2017?
Exports went from $32.4 million in 2017 to $13.0 million in 2024, a fall of 60%. The peak was 2018 at $36.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.1 million a year.
Does Mozambique also import granite blocks?
Yes. Mozambique imported $445 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Zimbabwe and South Africa. On balance Mozambique is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for granite blocks?
The HS code for granite blocks is subheading 2516.11. 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 2516 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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