Importing stone from Iran runs through four stages: a specification and quote covering stone type, quantity, finish, Incoterm preference and destination port; sample or batch-photo approval that locks quarry, grade and finish; production with sorting and pre-shipment photos; then shipping under a document set covering commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and fumigation certificate where required.
Related guide: Iranian natural stone guide
What this guide covers
This page is the procurement sequence: the order in which decisions get made, from first enquiry through specification, sample approval, production and handover. Read it when you want to know what happens next and what you are expected to supply at each stage.
The physical shipment and the paperwork are a separate subject and have their own page. Container selection, bundle and crate construction, weight against volume limits, the document set, Incoterm rules and the pre-loading inspection are covered in the export and shipping guide. If your question is about how the stone travels rather than how the order progresses, start there.
1. Specification and FOB quote
Step one: share stone type, quantity in square metres or pieces, finish, Incoterm preference (FOB or CIF), and destination port. Emerald Stone returns FOB or CIF quote with lead time and container capacity estimate.
Import stone from Iran begins with a clear specification — vague briefs produce inaccurate quotes and batch mismatch risk on site.
Our export team responds to B2B inquiries within 24 business hours with initial pricing range and sample options.
Stone export Iran programs for first-time buyers benefit from a sample approval step before full production run.
- FOB Bandar Abbas quotes include quarry processing, sorting, and port handling
- Pre-shipment slab photos under natural light confirm batch color before loading
- Container capacity for 2 cm slabs typically ranges from 400 to 500 m²
- Third-party inspection through SGS or Bureau Veritas can be arranged on request
2. Sample approval
Step two: sample box or slab photos for color and finish approval before production. Sample courier to Gulf states typically takes 5–7 business days.
Digital approval via high-resolution batch photos under natural light is accepted for repeat buyers with established grade tolerance.
Sample approval locks quarry, grade, and finish for the production batch — changes after approval may reset lead time.
For large towers, mockup panel approval on a representative wall section is recommended before full facade production.
- FOB Bandar Abbas quotes include quarry processing, sorting, and port handling
- Pre-shipment slab photos under natural light confirm batch color before loading
- Container capacity for 2 cm slabs typically ranges from 400 to 500 m²
- Third-party inspection through SGS or Bureau Veritas can be arranged on request
3. Production and quality control
Step three: quarry processing, factory finishing, export sorting, pre-shipment photos, and optional third-party inspection at the factory or port.
Quality control checkpoints include thickness calibration, resin filling where specified, and bundle labeling with slab identification numbers.
Production typically requires 2–4 weeks after sample approval depending on factory queue and stone variety.
Container capacity is confirmed before final invoice so buyers know exact square metres loaded per vessel.
- FOB Bandar Abbas quotes include quarry processing, sorting, and port handling
- Pre-shipment slab photos under natural light confirm batch color before loading
- Container capacity for 2 cm slabs typically ranges from 400 to 500 m²
- Third-party inspection through SGS or Bureau Veritas can be arranged on request
4. Shipping and export documents
Step four: shipping with full documentation — commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading, and fumigation certificate where required.
FOB Bandar Abbas handover to buyer's nominated forwarder or CIF delivery to destination port per agreed Incoterms.
Shipping to Gulf ports typically adds 5–10 days transit after vessel departure. Track-and-trace updates provided through forwarder.
Payment terms are typically T/T with milestone structure — project terms negotiable for established distributor partners.
- FOB Bandar Abbas quotes include quarry processing, sorting, and port handling
- Pre-shipment slab photos under natural light confirm batch color before loading
- Container capacity for 2 cm slabs typically ranges from 400 to 500 m²
- Third-party inspection through SGS or Bureau Veritas can be arranged on request
Emerald Stone export support
Emerald Stone guides international buyers through the full import stone from Iran workflow with engineering support at each phase.
Request export process consultation and FOB quotes via /contact — mention your destination port and stone specification.
Our team prepares full export document sets and coordinates container loading at Bandar Abbas.
Contact Emerald Stone for B2B export partnership and quarry-direct supply programs.
Emerald Stone coordinates FOB Bandar Abbas pricing with pre-shipment slab photos and packing lists for international buyers.
Container capacity for travertine slabs typically ranges from 400 to 500 m² depending on thickness and bundle configuration.
- FOB Bandar Abbas quotes include quarry processing, sorting, and port handling
- Pre-shipment slab photos under natural light confirm batch color before loading
- Container capacity for 2 cm slabs typically ranges from 400 to 500 m²
- Third-party inspection through SGS or Bureau Veritas can be arranged on request
Additional engineering detail
Third-party inspection through SGS or Bureau Veritas can be arranged before loading for export orders above one container.
Batch sorting from a single quarry run ensures color consistency on tower and hotel programs exceeding 2,000 m².
Export documentation includes commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, and bill of lading prepared by our logistics team.
Lead times depend on quarry schedule, factory queue, and destination port — we communicate realistic schedules upfront.
- FOB Bandar Abbas quotes include quarry processing, sorting, and port handling
- Pre-shipment slab photos under natural light confirm batch color before loading
- Container capacity for 2 cm slabs typically ranges from 400 to 500 m²
- Third-party inspection through SGS or Bureau Veritas can be arranged on request
Additional engineering detail
Emerald Stone coordinates FOB Bandar Abbas pricing with pre-shipment slab photos and packing lists for international buyers.
Container capacity for travertine slabs typically ranges from 400 to 500 m² depending on thickness and bundle configuration.
Third-party inspection through SGS or Bureau Veritas can be arranged before loading for export orders above one container.
Batch sorting from a single quarry run ensures color consistency on tower and hotel programs exceeding 2,000 m².
- FOB Bandar Abbas quotes include quarry processing, sorting, and port handling
- Pre-shipment slab photos under natural light confirm batch color before loading
- Container capacity for 2 cm slabs typically ranges from 400 to 500 m²
- Third-party inspection through SGS or Bureau Veritas can be arranged on request
Additional engineering detail
Export documentation includes commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, and bill of lading prepared by our logistics team.
Lead times depend on quarry schedule, factory queue, and destination port — we communicate realistic schedules upfront.
Emerald Stone coordinates FOB Bandar Abbas pricing with pre-shipment slab photos and packing lists for international buyers.
Container capacity for travertine slabs typically ranges from 400 to 500 m² depending on thickness and bundle configuration.
| Phase | Duration | Output | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quote | 2–3 days | FOB proforma | Free |
| Production | 2–4 weeks | Sorted bundles | After approval |
| Shipping to Gulf | 5–10 days | B/L set | CIF or FOB |
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Frequently asked questions
What is FOB stone price Iran?
Quoted per container with stone variety, grade, thickness, finish, and port handling included. International freight is separate unless CIF to your destination port is requested. Contact with full specification for live FOB Bandar Abbas pricing. For a precise decision, visit slabs in warehouse or on site and request the batch technical report.
What stone export Iran documentation is provided?
Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading, and fumigation certificate where required. Emerald Stone prepares the full export document set for customs clearance at destination. For a precise decision, visit slabs in warehouse or on site and request the batch technical report.
What are typical payment terms for export?
Typically T/T with milestone structure — deposit after sample approval, balance before or against bill of lading per agreed contract. Project terms negotiable for established distributor partners. For a precise decision, visit slabs in warehouse or on site and request the batch technical report.
Can you arrange third-party inspection before loading?
Yes — SGS, Bureau Veritas, or buyer-nominated inspection at factory or port can be arranged. Inspection cost and schedule are agreed before production batch starts. For a precise decision, visit slabs in warehouse or on site and request the batch technical report.
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