Granite rough blocks exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of granite rough blocks by South Africa reached $12.4 million in 2024 (37.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value fell 13% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $17.9 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 | $12.4M | 37.7K t |
| 2023 | $14.3M | 39.7K t |
| 2022 | $17.9M | 46.0K t |
| 2021 | $17.1M | 46.7K t |
| 2020 | $14.4M | 41.9K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 32.1K t |
| 2018 | $11.6M | 52.0K t |
| 2017 | $11.1M | 49.7K t |
Where South Africa exports granite rough blocks to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+314% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.7M | 54% |
| United States | $1.3M | 11% |
| Belgium | $1.0M | 8.2% |
| Philippines | $853K | 6.9% |
| Poland | $435K | 3.5% |
| Serbia | $401K | 3.2% |
| Taiwan | $299K | 2.4% |
| Namibia | $279K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $251K | 2% |
| India | $248K | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.33 per kg, 154% above the world average of $0.13. 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 rough blocks imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $479 thousand of granite rough blocks in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Namibia (49%), Zimbabwe (42%), Zambia (4%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $234K | 49% |
| Zimbabwe | $202K | 42% |
| Zambia | $20K | 4.3% |
| China | $13K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $9K | 2% |
| Lesotho | $0K | 0% |
| Madagascar | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa granite rough blocks exports (HS 2516.12): 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 2516.12: Granite: merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape.
Common questions
What is the value of granite rough blocks exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported granite rough blocks worth $12.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 97 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy granite rough blocks from South Africa?
China was the largest buyer with 54% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by the United States (11%) and Belgium (8%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 314% on the year.
What is the average export price of granite rough blocks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.33 per kg in 2024, 154% above the world average of $0.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of granite rough blocks from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.1 million in 2017 to $12.4 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2022 at $17.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also import granite rough blocks?
Yes. South Africa imported $479 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for granite rough blocks?
The HS code for granite rough blocks is subheading 2516.12. 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.
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