Gemstone jewelry imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported gemstone jewelry worth $6.8 million (18 tonnes). That is 40% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.8M | 19 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 13 t |
| 2022 | $4.8M | 17 t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 17 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 8 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 5 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 5 t |
| 2017 | $992K | 4 t |
Where Israel imports gemstone jewelry from
Most of the value came from Belgium (38%), Austria (32%), China (6%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+486% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $2.6M | 38% |
| Austria | $2.2M | 32% |
| China | $442K | 6.5% |
| Netherlands | $394K | 5.8% |
| Hong Kong | $381K | 5.6% |
| Switzerland | $349K | 5.1% |
| United States | $205K | 3% |
| Spain | $95K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $44K | 0.6% |
| India | $31K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 7116
| 7116.20 | Stones: precious or semi-precious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed) articles of | 98% |
| 7116.10 | Pearls: articles of natural or cultured pearls | 2.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7116.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $369.64 per kg, 231% above the world average of $111.71. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Gemstone jewelry exports from Israel
Exports of gemstone jewelry by Israel reached $6.2 million in 2024 (7 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were South Korea (39%), United States (23%), China (14%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+768% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $2.4M | 39% |
| United States | $1.4M | 23% |
| China | $883K | 14% |
| Singapore | $349K | 5.6% |
| Ireland | $326K | 5.3% |
| Taiwan | $258K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $105K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $87K | 1.4% |
| Japan | $84K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $55K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 7116: Articles of natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed).
Common questions
What is the value of gemstone jewelry imported by Israel?
Israel imported gemstone jewelry worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply gemstone jewelry to Israel?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Austria (32%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 486% on the year.
What is the average import price of gemstone jewelry per kg?
The average declared import value was about $369.64 per kg in 2024, 231% above the world average of $111.71 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of gemstone jewelry to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $992 thousand in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 589%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export gemstone jewelry?
Yes. Israel exported $6.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Korea, the United States and China. That compares with imports of $6.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for gemstone jewelry?
The HS code for gemstone jewelry is heading 7116. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 7116.20 (98% of the value) and 7116.10 (2%). It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7116 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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