Marble chips imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of marble chips by the United States reached $32.4 million in 2024 (384.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 164 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 24% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $32.4M | 384.0K t |
| 2023 | $26.2M | 310.7K t |
| 2022 | $19.5M | 277.9K t |
| 2021 | $24.7M | 244.7K t |
| 2020 | $15.1M | 788.2K t |
| 2019 | $14.9M | 533.3K t |
| 2018 | $12.6M | 162.0K t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 117.6K t |
Where the United States imports marble chips from
The largest suppliers were Canada (39%), Mexico (34%), Italy (12%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+143% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $12.6M | 39% |
| Mexico | $11.2M | 35% |
| Italy | $3.9M | 12% |
| Turkey | $2.6M | 8% |
| Colombia | $367K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $361K | 1.1% |
| Greece | $321K | 1% |
| Ireland | $211K | 0.7% |
| China | $158K | 0.5% |
| Finland | $113K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.08 per kg, 27% below the world average of $0.11, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Marble chips exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported marble chips worth $6.4 million (52.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Canada (46%), Mexico (28%), Trinidad and Tobago (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Costa Rica grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.9M | 46% |
| Mexico | $1.8M | 28% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $491K | 7.7% |
| Costa Rica | $421K | 6.6% |
| China | $124K | 2% |
| Brazil | $119K | 1.9% |
| Norway | $89K | 1.4% |
| Colombia | $67K | 1.1% |
| Guyana | $57K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $43K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States marble chips imports (HS 2517.41): 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 2517.41: Stones: of marble, in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated.
Common questions
What is the value of marble chips imported by the United States?
The United States imported marble chips worth $32.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 384.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 164 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply marble chips to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($12.6 million), followed by Mexico (34%) and Italy (12%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 362% on the year.
What is the average import price of marble chips per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.08 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $0.11 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of marble chips to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $32.4 million in 2024, an increase of 185%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $19.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export marble chips?
Yes. The United States exported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Trinidad and Tobago. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $26.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for marble chips?
The HS code for marble chips is subheading 2517.41. 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 2517 page.
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