Granite flat slabs exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported granite flat slabs worth $4.7 million (7.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 40% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $13.7 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 | $4.7M | 7.1K t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 16.1K t |
| 2022 | $10.2M | 21.1K t |
| 2021 | $13.7M | 29.9K t |
| 2020 | $10.2M | 27.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.9M | 31.3K t |
| 2018 | $9.5M | 26.9K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 19.7K t |
Where South Africa exports granite flat slabs to
The largest buyer markets were Croatia (16%), Botswana (14%), Mozambique (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Croatia | $735K | 16% |
| Botswana | $651K | 14% |
| Mozambique | $421K | 9% |
| Eswatini | $301K | 6.5% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $293K | 6.3% |
| Germany | $230K | 4.9% |
| United Kingdom | $221K | 4.7% |
| Italy | $199K | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $173K | 3.7% |
| China | $157K | 3.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.66 per kg, 69% above the world average of $0.39. 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 flat slabs imports to South Africa
Imports of granite flat slabs by South Africa reached $2.8 million in 2024 (5.1 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 65% |
| India | $576K | 21% |
| Zimbabwe | $257K | 9.2% |
| Germany | $52K | 1.9% |
| Egypt | $32K | 1.1% |
| Portugal | $20K | 0.7% |
| Namibia | $17K | 0.6% |
| Brazil | $9K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $7K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $4K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa granite flat slabs exports (HS 6802.23): 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 6802.23: Granite: articles thereof, simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface.
Common questions
What is the value of granite flat slabs exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported granite flat slabs worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 115 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries buy granite flat slabs from South Africa?
Croatia was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($735 thousand), followed by Botswana (14%) and Mozambique (9%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 37 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 35% on the year.
What is the average export price of granite flat slabs per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.66 per kg in 2024, 69% above the world average of $0.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of granite flat slabs from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2021 at $13.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does South Africa also import granite flat slabs?
Yes. South Africa imported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for granite flat slabs?
The HS code for granite flat slabs is subheading 6802.23. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6802 page.
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