Marble rough blocks imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $10.7 million of marble rough blocks in 2024 (9.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 175 countries. That is 53% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $10.7M | 9.2K t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 6.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.4M | 12.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 10.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 11.7K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 6.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 5.3K t |
Where the United States imports marble rough blocks from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.17 per kg, 409% above the world average of $0.23. 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 rough blocks exports from the United States
Exports of marble rough blocks by the United States reached $1.9 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (46%), Cayman Isds (7%), Mexico (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Portugal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $874K | 46% |
| Cayman Isds | $138K | 7.2% |
| Mexico | $116K | 6.1% |
| Italy | $110K | 5.7% |
| China | $107K | 5.6% |
| Portugal | $79K | 4.1% |
| Turks and Caicos Isds | $73K | 3.8% |
| Bahamas | $67K | 3.5% |
| Taiwan | $64K | 3.3% |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | $61K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States marble rough blocks imports (HS 2515.12): 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 2515.12: Marble and travertine: merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape, having a specific gravity of 2.5 or more.
Common questions
What is the value of marble rough blocks imported by the United States?
The United States imported marble rough blocks worth $10.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 175 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries supply marble rough blocks to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by India (18%) and Egypt (7%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average import price of marble rough blocks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.17 per kg in 2024, 409% above the world average of $0.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of marble rough blocks to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $10.7 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export marble rough blocks?
Yes. The United States exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Cayman Isds and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $8.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for marble rough blocks?
The HS code for marble rough blocks is subheading 2515.12. 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 2515 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 States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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