Rough gemstones exports from Israel: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Israel exported rough gemstones worth $12.8 million (2 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12.8M | 3 t |
| 2023 | $11.3M | 3 t |
| 2022 | $9.5M | 3 t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 14 t |
| 2020 | $411K | 25 t |
| 2019 | $382K | 2 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 31 t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 37 t |
Where Israel exports rough gemstones to
Hong Kong alone took 97% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $12.4M | 97% |
| United States | $176K | 1.4% |
| India | $119K | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $44K | 0.4% |
| Malta | $17K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $8K | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $7K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $3K | 0% |
| Sweden | $3K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5,100.20 per kg, 78850% above the world average of $6.46. 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.
Rough gemstones imports to Israel
Israel imported $9.3 million of rough gemstones in 2024 (12 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Zambia (47%), United Arab Emirates (45%), United States (3%). Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+990% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $4.4M | 47% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.2M | 45% |
| United States | $318K | 3.4% |
| Ethiopia | $125K | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $74K | 0.8% |
| Tanzania | $47K | 0.5% |
| India | $34K | 0.4% |
| Thailand | $30K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $29K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $12K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel rough gemstones exports (HS 7103.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 7103.10: Stones: precious (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, unworked or simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted or set.
Common questions
What is the value of rough gemstones exported by Israel?
Israel exported rough gemstones worth $12.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 129 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy rough gemstones from Israel?
Hong Kong was the largest buyer with 97% of the value ($12.4 million), followed by the United States (1%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. Malta grew fastest among the top ten, up 587% on the year.
What is the average export price of rough gemstones per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5,100.20 per kg in 2024, 78850% above the world average of $6.46 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of rough gemstones from Israel changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $12.8 million in 2024, an increase of 140%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Israel also import rough gemstones?
Yes. Israel imported $9.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Zambia, the United Arab Emirates and the United States. On balance Israel is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for rough gemstones?
The HS code for rough gemstones is subheading 7103.10. 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 7103 page.
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