Synthetic gemstones imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Israel imported $47.9 million of synthetic gemstones in 2024 (4 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 148 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 15% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $78.2 million.
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 | $47.9M | 4 t |
| 2023 | $41.7M | 4 t |
| 2022 | $78.2M | 9 t |
| 2021 | $58.7M | 6 t |
| 2020 | $28.7M | 8 t |
| 2019 | $12.5M | 11 t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 9 t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 7 t |
Where Israel imports synthetic gemstones from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $30.6M | 64% |
| United States | $9.5M | 20% |
| Hong Kong | $3.7M | 7.8% |
| China | $1.6M | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $441K | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $362K | 0.8% |
| Japan | $332K | 0.7% |
| Armenia | $207K | 0.4% |
| Thailand | $198K | 0.4% |
| Russia | $190K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 7104
| 7104.90 | Stones: precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, (not piezo-electric quartz), worked or graded or not, (but not strung, mounted or… | 98% |
| 7104.20 | Stones: precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, (not piezo-electric quartz), unworked or simply sawn, roughly shaped, (not strung… | 1.3% |
| 7104.10 | Stones: precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, piezo-electric quartz, whether or not worked or graded (but not strung, mounted or… | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7104.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12,280.38 per kg, 1696% above the world average of $683.93. 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.
Synthetic gemstones exports from Israel
Israel exported $39.3 million of synthetic gemstones in 2024 (1 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (41%), Hong Kong (19%), India (19%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+230% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $15.9M | 41% |
| Hong Kong | $7.6M | 19% |
| India | $7.5M | 19% |
| Canada | $2.7M | 6.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $375K | 1% |
| China | $322K | 0.8% |
| Denmark | $295K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $250K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
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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 7104: Stones; synthetic or reconstructed precious or semi-precious, whether or not worked or graded but not strung, mounted or set; ungraded synthetic or reconstructed precious or semi-precious stones, temporarily strung for convenience of transport.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic gemstones imported by Israel?
Israel imported synthetic gemstones worth $47.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 148 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic gemstones to Israel?
India was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($30.6 million), followed by the United States (20%) and Hong Kong (8%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 313% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic gemstones per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12,280.38 per kg in 2024, 1696% above the world average of $683.93 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 synthetic gemstones to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $47.9 million in 2024, an increase of 609%. The peak was 2022 at $78.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export synthetic gemstones?
Yes. Israel exported $39.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Hong Kong and India. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic gemstones?
The HS code for synthetic gemstones is heading 7104. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 7104.90 (98% of the value) and 7104.20 (1%). 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 7104 page.
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