Synthetic quartz trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in synthetic quartz was worth $96.8 million in 2024, about 651 tonnes. That is a fall of 16% since 2017, and down 12% 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 | $96.8M | 651 t |
| 2023 | $110.2M | 640 t |
| 2022 | $146.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $125.7M | 798 t |
| 2020 | $118.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $97.5M | 702 t |
| 2018 | $107.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $114.6M | 933 t |
Top synthetic quartz exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 28% of world exports, followed by Japan and Hong Kong. The top three supply 57% between them, out of 65 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $27.2M | 28% |
| Japan | $14.8M | 15% |
| Hong Kong | $13.3M | 14% |
| United States | $10.5M | 11% |
| Thailand | $6.8M | 7% |
| Philippines | $5.0M | 5.1% |
| India | $4.0M | 4.1% |
| Taiwan | $3.7M | 3.8% |
| Russia | $3.6M | 3.7% |
| Malaysia | $1.8M | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $1.4M | 1.4% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Thailand is the biggest buyer with 21% of world imports, ahead of China and Japan. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 51% across 85 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $20.5M | 21% |
| China | $14.7M | 15% |
| Japan | $14.4M | 15% |
| United States | $10.9M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $6.7M | 6.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.7M | 5.9% |
| Hong Kong | $4.1M | 4.2% |
| Singapore | $3.3M | 3.4% |
| India | $3.2M | 3.3% |
| Indonesia | $2.5M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 1.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $148.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Hong Kong averaged $2,162.56 per kg and China $172.12 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 7104.10: Stones: precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, piezo-electric quartz, whether or not worked or graded (but not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for transport convenience. HS 7104 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most synthetic quartz?
China exported $27.2 million in 2024, 28% of the world total, followed by Japan (15%) and Hong Kong (14%). In all, 65 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most synthetic quartz?
Thailand imported $20.5 million in 2024, 21% of world imports, ahead of China (15%) and Japan (15%). The top three importers together take 51%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in synthetic quartz?
It was worth $96.8 million in 2024, about 651 tonnes. That is a fall of 16% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $146.1 million. 65 countries reported exports and 85 reported imports.
What is the average price of synthetic quartz per kg?
The world average declared value was about $148.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Hong Kong averaged $2,162.56 per kg and China $172.12 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for synthetic quartz?
The HS code for synthetic quartz is subheading 7104.10, 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 7104 page.
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