Mineral and stone articles (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mineral and stone articles (other) by the United Kingdom reached $469.2 million in 2024 (24.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 211 countries. Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 42% a year on average.
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 | $469.2M | 24.5K t |
| 2023 | $411.8M | 22.5K t |
| 2022 | $343.5M | 31.0K t |
| 2021 | $65.8M | 20.6K t |
| 2020 | $60.1M | 24.5K t |
| 2019 | $45.8M | 28.7K t |
| 2018 | $50.1M | 27.6K t |
| 2017 | $40.3M | 26.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports mineral and stone articles (other) from
Most of the value came from United States (26%), Germany (19%), France (19%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+261% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $122.3M | 26% |
| Germany | $89.9M | 19% |
| France | $88.6M | 19% |
| Hungary | $35.8M | 7.6% |
| China | $28.6M | 6.1% |
| Spain | $22.4M | 4.8% |
| Japan | $20.0M | 4.3% |
| Italy | $9.7M | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $7.9M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $5.9M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.12 per kg, 115% above the world average of $8.91. 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.
Mineral and stone articles (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported mineral and stone articles (other) worth $411.6 million (8.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 173 countries. The largest buyer markets were United States (16%), Germany (14%), Italy (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $64.4M | 16% |
| Germany | $59.3M | 14% |
| Italy | $43.9M | 11% |
| France | $35.7M | 8.7% |
| Malaysia | $25.3M | 6.2% |
| China | $19.7M | 4.8% |
| Austria | $15.0M | 3.6% |
| Czech Republic | $12.2M | 3% |
| Australia | $11.0M | 2.7% |
| Turkey | $10.2M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom mineral and stone articles (other) imports (HS 6815.99): 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 6815.99: Stone articles and articles of other mineral substances: n.e.c. or included in heading no. 6815.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral and stone articles (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported mineral and stone articles (other) worth $469.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 211 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral and stone articles (other) to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($122.3 million), followed by Germany (19%) and France (19%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 78 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 261% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral and stone articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.12 per kg in 2024, 115% above the world average of $8.91 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of mineral and stone articles (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $40.3 million in 2017 to $469.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $185.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export mineral and stone articles (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $411.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Italy. That compares with imports of $469.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for mineral and stone articles (other)?
The HS code for mineral and stone articles (other) is subheading 6815.99. 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 6815 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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