Stone chips (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of stone chips (other) by the United States reached $23.7 million in 2024 (651.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 179 countries. That is 10% 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 | $23.7M | 651.5K t |
| 2023 | $21.5M | 402.7K t |
| 2022 | $13.9M | 2.27M t |
| 2021 | $16.5M | 2.39M t |
| 2020 | $13.7M | 1.83M t |
| 2019 | $20.3M | 3.91M t |
| 2018 | $17.7M | 3.01M t |
| 2017 | $15.3M | 2.11M t |
Where the United States imports stone chips (other) from
Most of the value came from Norway (39%), Jamaica (14%), South Korea (10%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $9.1M | 39% |
| Jamaica | $3.2M | 14% |
| South Korea | $2.3M | 9.7% |
| Canada | $2.2M | 9.5% |
| Turkey | $1.7M | 7% |
| New Zealand | $1.6M | 6.7% |
| Italy | $853K | 3.6% |
| Mexico | $830K | 3.5% |
| China | $635K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $405K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.04 per kg, 33% above the world average of $0.03. 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.
Stone chips (other) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported stone chips (other) worth $4.8 million (40.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Canada (46%), Mexico (16%), Colombia (10%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+734% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.2M | 46% |
| Mexico | $758K | 16% |
| Colombia | $473K | 9.8% |
| Germany | $171K | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $125K | 2.6% |
| Poland | $120K | 2.5% |
| Hungary | $118K | 2.4% |
| Singapore | $88K | 1.8% |
| Barbados | $75K | 1.6% |
| Brazil | $74K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States stone chips (other) imports (HS 2517.49): 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 2517.49: Stones: of heading no. 2515 or 2516 (excluding marble), in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated.
Common questions
What is the value of stone chips (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported stone chips (other) worth $23.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 651.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 179 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply stone chips (other) to the United States?
Norway was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by Jamaica (14%) and South Korea (10%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. New Zealand grew fastest among the top ten, up 534% on the year.
What is the average import price of stone chips (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.04 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $0.03 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of stone chips (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.3 million in 2017 to $23.7 million in 2024, an increase of 55%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export stone chips (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Colombia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $18.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for stone chips (other)?
The HS code for stone chips (other) is subheading 2517.49. 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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