Marble blocks exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported marble blocks worth $9.7 million (7.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 100 countries for exports of this product. That is 51% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $18.7 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 | $9.7M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 6.9K t |
| 2022 | $5.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $9.8M | 11.3K t |
| 2020 | $7.0M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $13.7M | 10.7K t |
| 2018 | $16.7M | 12.2K t |
| 2017 | $18.7M | 13.7K t |
Where the United States exports marble blocks to
One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $8.9M | 92% |
| Canada | $436K | 4.5% |
| Bahamas | $161K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $43K | 0.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $40K | 0.4% |
| Greece | $40K | 0.4% |
| Cayman Isds | $39K | 0.4% |
| China | $25K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $13K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $11K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.25 per kg, 400% above the world average of $0.25. 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 blocks imports to the United States
Imports of marble blocks by the United States reached $2.8 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+356% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.4M | 87% |
| India | $130K | 4.7% |
| Spain | $68K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $32K | 1.2% |
| Denmark | $28K | 1% |
| Greece | $22K | 0.8% |
| Mexico | $19K | 0.7% |
| Portugal | $18K | 0.7% |
| Brazil | $17K | 0.6% |
| China | $10K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States marble blocks exports (HS 2515.11): 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 2515.11: Marble and travertine: having a specific gravity of 2.5 or more, crude or roughly trimmed by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape.
Common questions
What is the value of marble blocks exported by the United States?
The United States exported marble blocks worth $9.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 100 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 51% on 2023.
Which countries buy marble blocks from the United States?
Italy was the largest buyer with 92% of the value ($8.9 million), followed by Canada (5%) and the Bahamas (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 18 buyer countries in total. The Bahamas grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average export price of marble blocks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.25 per kg in 2024, 400% above the world average of $0.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of marble blocks from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $18.7 million in 2017 to $9.7 million in 2024, a fall of 48%. The peak was 2017 at $18.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import marble blocks?
Yes. The United States imported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, India and Spain. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for marble blocks?
The HS code for marble blocks is subheading 2515.11. 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 2515 page.
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