Platinum semi-manufactured forms trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in platinum semi-manufactured forms was worth $6.30 billion in 2024, about 235 tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017, and up 29% 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 | $6.30B | 235 t |
| 2023 | $4.89B | 169 t |
| 2022 | $6.77B | 234 t |
| 2021 | $7.92B | 245 t |
| 2020 | $6.43B | 261 t |
| 2019 | $5.54B | 282 t |
| 2018 | $5.06B | 333 t |
| 2017 | $4.67B | 259 t |
Top platinum semi-manufactured forms exporting countries
South Africa is the largest exporter with 34% of world exports, followed by the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom. The top three supply 54% between them, out of 77 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.13B | 34% |
| United Arab Emirates | $675.8M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $595.3M | 9.5% |
| Japan | $443.4M | 7% |
| Switzerland | $414.2M | 6.6% |
| Hong Kong | $402.5M | 6.4% |
| Germany | $330.0M | 5.2% |
| United States | $278.7M | 4.4% |
| China | $210.3M | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $142.3M | 2.3% |
| Singapore | $99.9M | 1.6% |
| Thailand | $91.3M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United Kingdom is the biggest buyer with 20% of world imports, ahead of India and China. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 45% across 109 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.25B | 20% |
| India | $854.6M | 14% |
| China | $714.1M | 11% |
| Hong Kong | $678.3M | 11% |
| United States | $613.3M | 9.7% |
| Japan | $536.8M | 8.5% |
| Italy | $360.2M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $295.9M | 4.7% |
| Singapore | $187.9M | 3% |
| Switzerland | $143.9M | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $103.8M | 1.7% |
| France | $91.6M | 1.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $26,791.53 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Arab Emirates averaged $71,786.00 per kg and the United States $6,396.51 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 7110.19: Metals: platinum, semi-manufactured. HS 7110 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most platinum semi-manufactured forms?
South Africa exported $2.13 billion in 2024, 34% of the world total, followed by the United Arab Emirates (11%) and the United Kingdom (9%). In all, 77 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most platinum semi-manufactured forms?
The United Kingdom imported $1.25 billion in 2024, 20% of world imports, ahead of India (14%) and China (11%). The top three importers together take 45%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in platinum semi-manufactured forms?
It was worth $6.30 billion in 2024, about 235 tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $7.92 billion. 77 countries reported exports and 109 reported imports.
What is the average price of platinum semi-manufactured forms per kg?
The world average declared value was about $26,791.53 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Arab Emirates averaged $71,786.00 per kg and the United States $6,396.51 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 platinum semi-manufactured forms?
The HS code for platinum semi-manufactured forms is subheading 7110.19, 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 7110 page.
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