Granite flat slabs imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $32.8 million of granite flat slabs in 2024 (111.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 204 countries. Value fell 15% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $49.0 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 | $32.8M | 111.0K t |
| 2023 | $38.5M | 127.0K t |
| 2022 | $40.4M | 129.1K t |
| 2021 | $41.4M | 132.8K t |
| 2020 | $36.4M | 120.0K t |
| 2019 | $43.6M | 129.3K t |
| 2018 | $49.0M | 153.0K t |
| 2017 | $41.9M | 120.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports granite flat slabs from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 98% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $32.3M | 99% |
| Egypt | $223K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $81K | 0.3% |
| China | $71K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $57K | 0.2% |
| Brazil | $51K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0% |
| Spain | $2K | 0% |
| Germany | $2K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.30 per kg, 23% below the world average of $0.39, 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 flat slabs exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported granite flat slabs worth $490 thousand (565 tonnes). Most of it went to Egypt (31%), Seychelles (21%), Malawi (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $150K | 31% |
| Seychelles | $102K | 21% |
| Malawi | $73K | 15% |
| Morocco | $71K | 15% |
| India | $48K | 9.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $16K | 3.2% |
| Bahrain | $11K | 2.2% |
| Mozambique | $4K | 0.9% |
| Benin | $3K | 0.7% |
| Mauritius | $3K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates granite flat slabs imports (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 imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported granite flat slabs worth $32.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 111.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 204 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply granite flat slabs to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($32.3 million), followed by Egypt (1%) and Italy (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 117% on the year.
What is the average import price of granite flat slabs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.30 per kg in 2024, 23% below 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 imports of granite flat slabs to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $41.9 million in 2017 to $32.8 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2018 at $49.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $40.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export granite flat slabs?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $490 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, the Seychelles and Malawi. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $32.3 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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