Precious stones exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Kenya exported $10.5 million of precious stones in 2024 (178 tonnes). That is 79% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $10.5M | 178 t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 897 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 298 t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 169 t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 146 t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 221 t |
| 2018 | $11.2M | 692 t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 104 t |
Where Kenya exports precious stones to
The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (45%), Thailand (20%), India (11%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $4.7M | 45% |
| Thailand | $2.1M | 20% |
| India | $1.2M | 11% |
| United States | $688K | 6.5% |
| Hong Kong | $627K | 6% |
| Belgium | $280K | 2.7% |
| Switzerland | $232K | 2.2% |
| Japan | $211K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $118K | 1.1% |
| France | $102K | 1% |
Product types under HS 7103
| 7103.10 | Rough gemstones | 83% |
| 7103.99 | Cut precious stones (other types) | 16% |
| 7103.91 | Cut rubies, sapphires and emeralds | 1.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7103.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $59.08 per kg, 34% above the world average of $44.08. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya precious stones exports (HS 7103): 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: Precious (excluding diamond) and semi-precious stone; worked, graded, not strung, mounted, set; ungraded precious (excluding diamond) and semi-precious stone, temporarily strung for convenience of transport.
Common questions
What is the value of precious stones exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported precious stones worth $10.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 178 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 162 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 79% on 2023.
Which countries buy precious stones from Kenya?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Thailand (20%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 40 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 824% on the year.
What is the average export price of precious stones per kg?
The average declared export value was about $59.08 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $44.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of precious stones from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $10.5 million in 2024, an increase of 175%. The peak was 2018 at $11.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for precious stones?
The HS code for precious stones is heading 7103. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 7103.10 (83% of the value) and 7103.99 (16%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Kenya reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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