Buy natural stone from India, direct from Rajasthan
India is one of the largest producers of natural stone in the world, and Rajasthan is its heartland. Garage2Global is based in Kota, sources Kota stone and sandstone at origin and exports to importers, distributors, landscapers and builders worldwide.
- Kota stone
- Sandstone
- Limestone
- Flooring and paving
Stones we supply
Kota stone and sandstone are our main lines. If you need another Rajasthan stone, send the trade name or a photo and we will tell you honestly whether we can source it.
Watch: from Rajasthan to your port
Where Rajasthan stone comes from
Each stone belongs to a particular district. Knowing the map helps a buyer understand why one supplier is strong in one stone and not another.
| Area | Stone | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| Kota and Ramganj Mandi | Kota stone (limestone) | Kota blue and Kota brown flooring, paving and tiles |
| Bundi and Bijolia belt | Sandstone | Paving sandstones such as Raj Green, Kandla Grey and Autumn Brown, plus cobbles and setts |
| Dholpur and Karauli | Sandstone | Beige, pink and red building and cladding stone |
| Jodhpur | Sandstone | Pink, red and brown sandstone used in architecture and carving |
| Nagaur area | Sandstone | Teakwood and Rainbow sandstone |
| Kishangarh | Marble trade | A major marketplace where Indian and imported marble is processed and sold |
| Makrana and Rajsamand | Marble | White marble quarrying districts |
| Jaisalmer | Yellow limestone | Golden-yellow flooring and cladding stone |
How sourcing at origin works
Garage2Global does not own quarries or factories. We are a registered exporter based in Kota, and we buy from quarries and processing units in the district where each stone is produced. For every order we look for a lot that matches the colour, finish, size and thickness you have asked for, then have it cut and finished to the order.
Being at origin matters for two reasons. The material can be seen in person before it is packed, and the same team handles sourcing, inspection, packing and export paperwork, so you deal with one contact rather than a chain of traders.
From enquiry to shipment
The sequence is the same for most stone orders. The time each stage takes depends on the stone, finish and quantity, and is stated in the quotation.
Enquiry
You send the stone, finish, sizes, thickness, quantity, packing needs and destination port.
Quotation
We reply with the price on the agreed Incoterm, quantity per container, lead time and payment terms.
Samples and approval
Lot photos and videos, and physical samples by courier where needed. You approve the material and the order terms.
Order confirmation
A proforma invoice is issued and the advance or letter of credit is arranged as agreed.
Processing and inspection
The stone is cut, finished and sorted at origin, checked against the order and photographed.
Packing and loading
Material is crated, marked and loaded into the container, with loading photos shared.
Customs and shipping
The container moves to the port, clears export customs and sails. Documents are sent to you or your bank.
Arrival
Your customs broker clears the cargo at destination using the documents supplied.
Incoterms explained: EXW, FOB and CIF
Incoterms define where the seller hands over the goods and who pays for each part of the journey. These three are the ones most stone buyers ask about.
| Term | What the seller does | What the buyer does |
|---|---|---|
| EXW (Ex Works) | Makes the packed goods available at the supplier premises in India | Arranges and pays for collection, inland transport, export clearance, sea freight, insurance and import |
| FOB (Free On Board) | Delivers the goods to the Indian port, clears export customs and loads them on the vessel | Books and pays sea freight and insurance, then handles import clearance and delivery |
| CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) | As FOB, and also pays sea freight and cargo insurance to the named destination port | Handles import clearance, duties, port charges and delivery from the destination port |
Ports, inland depots and container loading
Rajasthan is landlocked. Export containers are either loaded at origin and moved by road or rail through an inland container depot, or carried by truck and loaded near the seaport. Stone from Rajasthan normally sails from the major container ports on the west coast of India.
Stone is shipped mostly in 20 ft containers because the weight limit is reached before the space is used. The port of loading, the routing and the quantity per container are confirmed in the quotation, since they depend on your destination and the shipping lines serving it.
Documents supplied with a shipment
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Bill of lading
- Certificate of origin
- Fumigation certificate or treated-timber marking for wooden packing, as the destination requires
- Insurance certificate on CIF shipments
- Any additional document your customs broker or bank asks for, agreed before shipment
Frequently asked questions
Who exports natural stone from Rajasthan, India?
Garage2Global Ventures Private Limited is a registered Indian company in Kota, Rajasthan, with a GSTIN and an Import Export Code. It supplies Kota stone and Indian sandstone sourced at origin to buyers in India and overseas. Send your requirement on WhatsApp +91 88128 00000 or email info@garage2global.com for a written quotation.
What is the difference between FOB and CIF for stone imports?
Under FOB the seller delivers the stone on board the vessel at an Indian port and the buyer pays sea freight and insurance. Under CIF the seller also pays freight and cargo insurance to the destination port. In both cases the buyer handles import clearance, duties and delivery from the port.
Can I get stone samples before ordering?
Yes. For most enquiries we first send photos and videos of current lots, taken wet and dry, because they show colour and finish quickly. Physical samples can be sent by courier when you need to check the surface in hand. Sample and courier charges, if any, are stated before dispatch.
What is the minimum order for natural stone export from India?
Stone is most economical by the full container, because freight and handling are spread over the largest possible quantity. Smaller trial orders can be discussed, but the cost per square metre is higher. The quantity that fits a container depends on the stone and its thickness and is confirmed in the quotation.
How long does a stone order from India take?
The total time is the sum of processing at origin, inland transport to the port and the sea voyage to your country. Processing depends on the stone, finish and quantity, and transit depends on the route. We state the expected lead time for your order in the quotation rather than quoting a general figure.
Which documents do I need to import stone from India?
Importers normally receive a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin, plus a fumigation certificate for wooden packing where required and an insurance certificate on CIF shipments. Your customs broker can confirm any extra paperwork your country asks for, and we agree it before shipment.
Do you own the quarries?
No. Garage2Global is an exporter based in Kota, Rajasthan that sources from quarries and processing units at origin. We select the lot for each order, check it before packing and handle the export. This lets us supply both Kota stone and sandstone from different districts through one contact, on WhatsApp +91 88128 00000.
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