Marble (dressed) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of marble (dressed) by South Africa reached $3.3 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $4.6 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 | $3.3M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 6.8K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 8.3K t |
Where South Africa imports marble (dressed) from
Most of the value came from Turkey (38%), Italy (17%), Egypt (15%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+298% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.76 per kg, 22% below the world average of $0.97, 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 (dressed) exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $1.7 million of marble (dressed) in 2024 (413 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (33%), Zimbabwe (26%), United States (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $553K | 33% |
| Zimbabwe | $443K | 26% |
| United States | $163K | 9.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $159K | 9.5% |
| United Kingdom | $94K | 5.6% |
| Namibia | $66K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $26K | 1.6% |
| Botswana | $25K | 1.5% |
| Lesotho | $23K | 1.4% |
| DR Congo | $21K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa marble (dressed) imports (HS 6802.91): 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 6802.91: Marble, travertine and alabaster: articles thereof, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface).
Common questions
What is the value of marble (dressed) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported marble (dressed) worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply marble (dressed) to South Africa?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Italy (17%) and Egypt (15%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 407% on the year.
What is the average import price of marble (dressed) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.76 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $0.97 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of marble (dressed) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2017 at $4.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does South Africa also export marble (dressed)?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Zimbabwe and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for marble (dressed)?
The HS code for marble (dressed) is subheading 6802.91. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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