Marble rough blocks exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
The United Arab Emirates exported $30.4 million of marble rough blocks in 2024 (108.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 107 countries. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $60.1 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 | $30.4M | 108.9K t |
| 2023 | $26.1M | 90.7K t |
| 2022 | $60.1M | 203.0K t |
| 2021 | $45.8M | 171.4K t |
| 2020 | $27.1M | 94.3K t |
| 2019 | $35.7M | 132.3K t |
| 2018 | $12.4M | 55.4K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 27.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports marble rough blocks to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $25.6M | 84% |
| India | $3.9M | 13% |
| Taiwan | $530K | 1.8% |
| Qatar | $124K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $70K | 0.2% |
| Brazil | $69K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $60K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $23K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $19K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $16K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.28 per kg, 22% above the world average of $0.23. 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 rough blocks imports to the United Arab Emirates
Imports of marble rough blocks by the United Arab Emirates reached $10.1 million in 2024 (16.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Italy alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+461% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $5.5M | 55% |
| India | $1.3M | 13% |
| Greece | $1.1M | 11% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 10% |
| Pakistan | $701K | 7% |
| Spain | $215K | 2.1% |
| Portugal | $111K | 1.1% |
| Brazil | $34K | 0.3% |
| China | $31K | 0.3% |
| Namibia | $28K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates marble rough blocks exports (HS 2515.12): 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 2515.12: Marble and travertine: merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape, having a specific gravity of 2.5 or more.
Common questions
What is the value of marble rough blocks exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported marble rough blocks worth $30.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 108.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 107 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy marble rough blocks from the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest buyer with 84% of the value ($25.6 million), followed by India (13%) and Taiwan (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. Qatar grew fastest among the top ten, up 829% on the year.
What is the average export price of marble rough blocks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.28 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $0.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of marble rough blocks from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $30.4 million in 2024, an increase of 372%. The peak was 2022 at $60.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import marble rough blocks?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $10.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, India and Greece. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for marble rough blocks?
The HS code for marble rough blocks is subheading 2515.12. 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 2515 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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