Headquarters
Jodhpur, Rajasthan — Stone Capital of India
Core Categories
Marble, Granite, Sandstone, Limestone, Slate & Quartzite
Export Seaports
Mundra, Kandla & Nhava Sheva (Mumbai)
Container Capacities
20ft Heavy FCL up to 27.5 Metric Tons
The Global Significance of Natural Stone Export from India
India is one of the world's top three global leaders in the extraction, fabrication, and export of dimensional natural stones, accounting for over 10% of global natural stone trade. The subcontinent possesses extensive geological formations spanning the Precambrian Aravalli mountain belt, the Vindhyan sandstone formations, and the Deccan granite shields. As a premier natural stone export company in India, Indian Stone Inc operates from Jodhpur, Rajasthan, bridging Indian quarry reserves with international commercial importers, stone fabricators, and building contractors worldwide.
Conducting successful natural stone export from India requires more than raw quarry access. It demands stringent piece-by-piece quality calibration, computerized gangsaw fabrication, compliance with international ASTM and European CE standards, certified phytosanitary timber packaging, and seamless multi-modal logistics from inland container depots (ICD) to deep-water gateway ports.
From containerized FOB port supplies to CIF destination deliveries with custom cut-to-size architectural fabrication, our structured export programmes provide verified physical test reports, factory dry-lay inspection, and export-grade timber crating.
Core Export Categories & Dedicated Programmes
Explore our dedicated product divisions, each engineered with specialized factory calibration and custom crating:
Indian Marble Export
Makrana White, Fantasy Brown, Rainforest Green & Brown. Sawn on high-speed multi-blade gangsaws into 20mm and 30mm jumbo slabs with mirror polishing exceeding 90 gloss units.
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Indian Granite Export
Black Galaxy, Absolute Black, Steel Grey, Tan Brown, and Kashmir White. Processed with computerized diamond bridge cutters for countertop blanks and high-traffic commercial flooring.
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Indian Sandstone Export
Kandla Grey, Raj Green, Autumn Brown, and Fossil Mint. Calibrated underside to 22mm (±1mm) for rapid outdoor laying; tested under EN 1341 for complete European freeze-thaw durability.
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Limestone, Slate & Quartzite
Kota Blue & Brown limestones, Kund Multi slate, and Himachal White quartzite. High-density, slip-resistant materials engineered for pool surrounds, wall veneers, and heritage restorations.
View Limestone & Quartzite →Step-by-Step Natural Stone Export Workflow
From initial inquiry to seaport discharge, here is how our professional export operations ensure complete peace of mind:
- Requirement Analysis & Sourcing Specification: You provide stone category, required dimensions, edge details, surface finish, and destination seaport. We advise on optimal block selections and container payloads.
- Sample Dispatch & Technical Verification: Couriered physical stone samples (10×10cm or 15×15cm) arrive via express courier within 3–5 working days for client sign-off.
- Precision Factory Processing & Diamond Calibration: Slabs and tiles are sliced on computerized gangsaw/multi-wire machines, diamond calibrated for thickness uniformity (±1mm), and given the approved surface finish.
- Piece-by-Piece Dry-Lay Quality Inspection: In our factory yard, tiles and slabs are dry-laid under natural daylight. We inspect diagonal squareness, surface polish, color harmony, and hairline fissures. High-definition photos and 4K video inspection reports are sent to the client.
- ISPM-15 Certified Crating & Moisture Protection: Materials are packed into heavy-duty fumigated wooden crates or A-frame bundles with plastic separation sheets, foam corner protectors, and waterproof poly-shrouds.
- Ocean Container Stuffing & Heavy Bracing: Crates are loaded inside 20ft heavy-tested containers using overhead gantry cranes. Timber bracing, steel tie-wires, and air dunnage bags are installed to lock crates in place.
- Customs Clearance & Rapid Ocean Transit: Bonded rail corridors transport containers directly from Rajasthan ICDs to Mundra Port or Nhava Sheva Port for immediate ocean vessel loading.
- Documentation Handover: Full shipping documentation (Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Original Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Fumigation Certificate, Test Reports) is dispatched promptly via DHL.
Indian Seaports & Global Ocean Transit Times
Rajasthan natural stone consignments are primarily routed through modern deep-water ports on India's Western coastline, offering short transit times and frequent weekly vessel departures:
| Destination Seaport / Region | Primary Indian Port | Estimated Ocean Transit | Standard Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle East (Jebel Ali, Dammam, Doha) | Mundra Port / Kandla Port | 4 to 7 Days | Multiple sailings weekly |
| United Kingdom (Felixstowe, Southampton, London) | Mundra Port / Nhava Sheva | 22 to 26 Days | Direct weekly sailings |
| Northern Europe (Rotterdam, Antwerp, Hamburg) | Mundra Port / Nhava Sheva | 24 to 28 Days | Weekly container services |
| US East Coast (New York, Savannah, Houston) | Mundra Port / Nhava Sheva | 28 to 34 Days | Weekly trans-Atlantic service |
| US West Coast (Long Beach, Oakland, Seattle) | Mundra Port / Nhava Sheva | 26 to 32 Days | Weekly Pacific service |
| Australia (Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Fremantle) | Nhava Sheva / Mundra Port | 20 to 26 Days | Weekly services (DAFF compliant) |
Commercial Terms, Payment & Compliance Documents
We operate under standard international trade terms defined by the International Chamber of Commerce (Incoterms 2020):
- Pricing Terms Offered: FOB (Free on Board) Mundra, Kandla, or Nhava Sheva; CIF (Cost, Insurance & Freight) to your designated port of discharge; or CFR (Cost & Freight).
- Accepted Payment Methods: Irrevocable Letter of Credit (L/C) at sight from recognized international banks, or Telegraphic Transfer (T/T) with 30% advance on confirmation and 70% against original Bill of Lading scan copy.
- Export Documentation Supplied:
• Commercial Invoice & Detailed Packing List
• Clean on Board Ocean Bill of Lading (B/L)
• Certificate of Origin (COO / GSP Form A where applicable)
• ISPM-15 Phyto-Sanitary Fumigation Certificate
• CE Declaration of Performance (DoP) / EN 1341 Paving Test Reports
• Insurance Policy Certificate (for CIF orders)
Frequently Asked Questions — Natural Stone Export from India
How is shipping weight calculated for container export from India?
Indian ports permit gross container weights up to 27.5 to 28 metric tons for heavy-tested 20ft ocean containers. However, the maximum allowable payload also depends on road weight regulations in the destination country (e.g., US Federal Bridge Law restricts standard loads without overweight permits to ~19.5 MT, whereas UK and European ports regularly accept full 26–27 MT payloads).
Can I consolidate multiple varieties from different quarries in one shipment?
Yes. Because Indian Stone Inc maintains processing operations in Rajasthan with cross-regional freight networks, we frequently consolidate sandstone paving, marble tiles, granite slabs, and cobbles into single container loads, allowing overseas clients to broaden their inventory without over-purchasing single lines.
Are third-party pre-shipment inspections allowed?
Absolutely. We regularly facilitate independent pre-shipment inspections conducted by international inspection authorities such as SGS, Bureau Veritas, or Intertek, as well as designated buyer representatives, before container stuffing begins.
How do you protect stone from staining during maritime shipping?
Stone creates humidity during sea transit. We use heavy heat-treated timber crates, moisture-vapor barriers, anti-fungal treatments, and high-capacity industrial silica desiccant bags inside containers to prevent condensation and mineral staining during trans-oceanic voyages.
Dedicated Stone Exporter Portals
Visit our specialized export divisions for detailed material specifications, colors, and technical datasheets:
Start Your Natural Stone Export Order from India
Partner with an established natural stone processor in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Send your project schedule, required stone varieties, and destination port for an immediate FOB or CIF container proposal.