Granite rough blocks exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of granite rough blocks by the United States reached $6.5 million in 2024 (23.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 4% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $9.2 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 | $6.5M | 23.8K t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 25.6K t |
| 2022 | $7.3M | 19.0K t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 22.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.4M | 19.2K t |
| 2019 | $8.2M | 21.4K t |
| 2018 | $9.2M | 26.3K t |
| 2017 | $8.0M | 23.5K t |
Where the United States exports granite rough blocks to
Canada alone took 75% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $4.9M | 76% |
| China | $786K | 12% |
| Bahamas | $230K | 3.5% |
| Turks and Caicos Isds | $176K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $87K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $81K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $73K | 1.1% |
| Cayman Isds | $39K | 0.6% |
| Costa Rica | $33K | 0.5% |
| Mexico | $28K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.28 per kg, 115% above the world average of $0.13. 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.
Granite rough blocks imports to the United States
Imports of granite rough blocks by the United States reached $4.7 million in 2024 (9.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Canada (31%), South Africa (28%), India (14%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+314% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.4M | 31% |
| South Africa | $1.3M | 28% |
| India | $634K | 14% |
| Brazil | $334K | 7.1% |
| China | $226K | 4.8% |
| Norway | $180K | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $133K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $119K | 2.5% |
| Cambodia | $90K | 1.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $46K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States granite rough blocks exports (HS 2516.12): 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 2516.12: Granite: merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape.
Common questions
What is the value of granite rough blocks exported by the United States?
The United States exported granite rough blocks worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 97 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy granite rough blocks from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 75% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by China (12%) and the Bahamas (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 31 buyer countries in total. Turks and Caicos Isds grew fastest among the top ten, up 582% on the year.
What is the average export price of granite rough blocks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.28 per kg in 2024, 115% above the world average of $0.13 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of granite rough blocks from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.0 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2018 at $9.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does the United States also import granite rough blocks?
Yes. The United States imported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, South Africa and India. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for granite rough blocks?
The HS code for granite rough blocks is subheading 2516.12. 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 2516 page.
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