Gold or silver plated jewelry trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in gold or silver plated jewelry was worth $415.4 million in 2024, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 69% since 2017, and down 49% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $415.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $818.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $804.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $364.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $244.0M | 898 t |
| 2019 | $251.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $274.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $245.1M | 1.1K t |
Top gold or silver plated jewelry exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 14% of world exports, followed by the United States and Switzerland. The top three supply 34% between them, out of 160 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $56.7M | 14% |
| United States | $47.8M | 12% |
| Switzerland | $37.6M | 9% |
| Italy | $34.4M | 8.3% |
| Spain | $30.2M | 7.3% |
| United Kingdom | $25.1M | 6% |
| France | $24.1M | 5.8% |
| Thailand | $18.1M | 4.4% |
| Jordan | $17.7M | 4.3% |
| Hong Kong | $15.9M | 3.8% |
| Japan | $13.4M | 3.2% |
| Malaysia | $9.5M | 2.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 13% of world imports, ahead of France and Hong Kong. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 33% across 180 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $52.0M | 13% |
| France | $47.7M | 12% |
| Hong Kong | $39.0M | 9.4% |
| United Kingdom | $26.5M | 6.4% |
| Italy | $23.9M | 5.8% |
| Taiwan | $21.4M | 5.2% |
| Mexico | $16.4M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $15.8M | 3.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $11.0M | 2.7% |
| Malaysia | $10.5M | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $9.1M | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $8.8M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $239.22 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $559.26 per kg and China $120.31 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 7113.20: Jewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof. HS 7113 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most gold or silver plated jewelry?
China exported $56.7 million in 2024, 14% of the world total, followed by the United States (12%) and Switzerland (9%). In all, 160 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most gold or silver plated jewelry?
The United States imported $52.0 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of France (11%) and Hong Kong (9%). The top three importers together take 33%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in gold or silver plated jewelry?
It was worth $415.4 million in 2024, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 69% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $818.5 million. 160 countries reported exports and 180 reported imports.
What is the average price of gold or silver plated jewelry per kg?
The world average declared value was about $239.22 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $559.26 per kg and China $120.31 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for gold or silver plated jewelry?
The HS code for gold or silver plated jewelry is subheading 7113.20, in chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 7113 page.
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