Non-metal costume jewelry trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in non-metal costume jewelry was worth $2.25 billion in 2024, about 92.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 26% since 2017, and up 7% 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 | $2.25B | 92.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.11B | 85.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.99B | 83.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.57B | 69.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.21B | 58.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.71B | 81.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.05B | 78.8K t |
| 2017 | $1.79B | 81.6K t |
Top non-metal costume jewelry exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 52% of world exports, followed by Italy and France. The top three supply 67% between them, out of 210 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.17B | 52% |
| Italy | $202.1M | 9% |
| France | $147.1M | 6.6% |
| Hong Kong | $100.9M | 4.5% |
| India | $81.6M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $74.5M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $61.5M | 2.7% |
| United States | $61.2M | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $48.8M | 2.2% |
| Vietnam | $27.6M | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $26.9M | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $23.3M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 18% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 29% across 219 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $402.4M | 18% |
| Malaysia | $127.7M | 5.7% |
| France | $126.6M | 5.6% |
| Australia | $115.7M | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $108.2M | 4.8% |
| Germany | $94.6M | 4.2% |
| Italy | $84.1M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $72.3M | 3.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $71.8M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $63.6M | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $61.0M | 2.7% |
| Japan | $54.9M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $24.35 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $143.63 per kg and China $16.74 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 7117.90: Jewellery: imitation, of other than base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal. HS 7117 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most non-metal costume jewelry?
China exported $1.17 billion in 2024, 52% of the world total, followed by Italy (9%) and France (7%). In all, 210 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most non-metal costume jewelry?
The United States imported $402.4 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia (6%) and France (6%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in non-metal costume jewelry?
It was worth $2.25 billion in 2024, about 92.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 26% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 210 countries reported exports and 219 reported imports.
What is the average price of non-metal costume jewelry per kg?
The world average declared value was about $24.35 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $143.63 per kg and China $16.74 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 non-metal costume jewelry?
The HS code for non-metal costume jewelry is subheading 7117.90, 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 7117 page.
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