Marble blocks imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported marble blocks worth $3.3 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 26% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $5.5 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 | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 8.9K t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 9.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 20.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 11.7K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 12.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports marble blocks from
Italy alone supplied 65% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.1M | 65% |
| Portugal | $867K | 27% |
| Turkey | $197K | 6% |
| Spain | $24K | 0.7% |
| Greece | $22K | 0.7% |
| China | $16K | 0.5% |
| United States | $11K | 0.3% |
| Egypt | $8K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
| India | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.02 per kg, 308% above the world average of $0.25. 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.
Marble blocks exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported marble blocks worth $3.0 million (6.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Qatar (39%), China (37%), Italy (15%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $1.2M | 39% |
| China | $1.1M | 37% |
| Italy | $444K | 15% |
| Kuwait | $157K | 5.3% |
| Portugal | $53K | 1.8% |
| Taiwan | $21K | 0.7% |
| Bahrain | $16K | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $10K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates marble blocks imports (HS 2515.11): 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 2515.11: Marble and travertine: having a specific gravity of 2.5 or more, crude or roughly trimmed by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape.
Common questions
What is the value of marble blocks imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported marble blocks worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 133 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply marble blocks to the United Arab Emirates?
Italy was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Portugal (26%) and Turkey (6%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 154% on the year.
What is the average import price of marble blocks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.02 per kg in 2024, 308% above the world average of $0.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of marble blocks to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2019 at $5.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export marble blocks?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, China and Italy. That compares with imports of $3.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for marble blocks?
The HS code for marble blocks is subheading 2515.11. 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 2515 page.
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