Granite blocks imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of granite blocks by the United States reached $27.0 million in 2024 (298.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 129 countries for imports of this product. That is 29% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $27.0M | 298.7K t |
| 2023 | $20.9M | 220.6K t |
| 2022 | $19.9M | 77.2K t |
| 2021 | $16.9M | 72.7K t |
| 2020 | $15.4M | 61.0K t |
| 2019 | $15.4M | 63.1K t |
| 2018 | $14.3M | 59.3K t |
| 2017 | $8.7M | 39.5K t |
Where the United States imports granite blocks from
India alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $16.5M | 61% |
| Canada | $7.1M | 26% |
| South Africa | $980K | 3.6% |
| Spain | $795K | 3% |
| Finland | $554K | 2.1% |
| Estonia | $270K | 1% |
| Vietnam | $202K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $120K | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | $94K | 0.4% |
| Armenia | $91K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.09 per kg, close to the world average of $0.08.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Granite blocks exports from the United States
Exports of granite blocks by the United States reached $9.0 million in 2024 (123.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to China (40%), Italy (24%), Canada (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+289% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 40% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 24% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 17% |
| Germany | $848K | 9.4% |
| India | $315K | 3.5% |
| Bahamas | $213K | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $148K | 1.6% |
| Switzerland | $79K | 0.9% |
| Cayman Isds | $38K | 0.4% |
| Taiwan | $30K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States granite blocks imports (HS 2516.11): 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 2516.11: Granite: crude or roughly trimmed.
Common questions
What is the value of granite blocks imported by the United States?
The United States imported granite blocks worth $27.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 298.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 129 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply granite blocks to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($16.5 million), followed by Canada (26%) and South Africa (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Estonia grew fastest among the top ten, up 173% on the year.
What is the average import price of granite blocks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.09 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $0.08 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of granite blocks to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.7 million in 2017 to $27.0 million in 2024, an increase of 211%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export granite blocks?
Yes. The United States exported $9.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Italy and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $17.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for granite blocks?
The HS code for granite blocks is subheading 2516.11. 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 2516 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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