Marble rough blocks imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $4.0 million of marble rough blocks in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 7% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $12.2 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 | $4.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 11.5K t |
| 2021 | $12.0M | 19.7K t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 12.4K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 9.2K t |
| 2018 | $11.0M | 9.5K t |
| 2017 | $12.2M | 11.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports marble rough blocks from
The largest suppliers were Italy (34%), Egypt (30%), Belgium (13%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+411% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.91 per kg, 296% 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 exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported marble rough blocks worth $312 thousand (629 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Italy (43%), United States (20%), India (12%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $134K | 43% |
| United States | $62K | 20% |
| India | $37K | 12% |
| Netherlands | $35K | 11% |
| France | $20K | 6.4% |
| China | $9K | 3% |
| Portugal | $6K | 1.8% |
| Cyprus | $3K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $2K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom marble rough blocks imports (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 imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported marble rough blocks worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 175 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply marble rough blocks to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Egypt (30%) and Belgium (13%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 571% on the year.
What is the average import price of marble rough blocks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.91 per kg in 2024, 296% 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 imports of marble rough blocks to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.2 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, a fall of 67%. The peak was 2017 at $12.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export marble rough blocks?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $312 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the United States and India. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 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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