Granite (dressed) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported granite (dressed) worth $15.7 million (30.3 thousand tonnes). That is 21% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $61.4 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 | $15.7M | 30.3K t |
| 2023 | $19.8M | 27.0K t |
| 2022 | $11.7M | 21.1K t |
| 2021 | $13.1M | 14.9K t |
| 2020 | $14.0M | 19.2K t |
| 2019 | $17.3M | 29.3K t |
| 2018 | $19.5M | 40.6K t |
| 2017 | $61.4M | 118.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports granite (dressed) from
China alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.4M | 60% |
| Brazil | $2.2M | 14% |
| United States | $1.3M | 8% |
| India | $1.1M | 7.3% |
| Italy | $857K | 5.5% |
| Spain | $181K | 1.2% |
| Greece | $169K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $143K | 0.9% |
| Egypt | $130K | 0.8% |
| Portugal | $79K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.52 per kg, 24% below the world average of $0.68, 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.
Granite (dressed) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $338 thousand of granite (dressed) in 2024 (600 tonnes). Morocco alone took 55% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+222% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $186K | 55% |
| Czech Republic | $99K | 29% |
| Germany | $12K | 3.5% |
| Tanzania | $8K | 2.4% |
| Qatar | $8K | 2.3% |
| Australia | $7K | 2% |
| United States | $6K | 1.8% |
| Seychelles | $4K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 1.2% |
| Benin | $3K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates granite (dressed) imports (HS 6802.93): 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 6802.93: Granite: articles thereof, (other than simply cut or sawn, with a flat or even surface).
Common questions
What is the value of granite (dressed) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported granite (dressed) worth $15.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply granite (dressed) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($9.4 million), followed by Brazil (14%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 760% on the year.
What is the average import price of granite (dressed) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.52 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $0.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of granite (dressed) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $61.4 million in 2017 to $15.7 million in 2024, a fall of 74%. The peak was 2017 at $61.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export granite (dressed)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $338 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, the Czech Republic and Germany. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $15.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for granite (dressed)?
The HS code for granite (dressed) is subheading 6802.93. 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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