Precious stones exports from Mozambique: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique exported precious stones worth $352.0 million (7.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 162 countries. That is 31% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $511.1 million.
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 | $352.0M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $511.1M | 6.4K t |
| 2022 | $341.9M | 27.4K t |
| 2021 | $218.6M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $128.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2019 | $240.6M | 5.5K t |
| 2018 | $245.1M | 18.2K t |
| 2017 | $210.4M | 4.1K t |
Where Mozambique exports precious stones to
Most of it went to United States (29%), Thailand (22%), Singapore (11%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $101.9M | 29% |
| Thailand | $77.3M | 22% |
| Singapore | $38.3M | 11% |
| France | $34.5M | 9.8% |
| Switzerland | $20.7M | 5.9% |
| India | $17.2M | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $13.9M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $10.4M | 3% |
| Hong Kong | $9.7M | 2.8% |
| China | $9.7M | 2.7% |
Product types under HS 7103
| 7103.91 | Cut rubies, sapphires and emeralds | 67% |
| 7103.99 | Cut precious stones (other types) | 19% |
| 7103.10 | Rough gemstones | 14% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7103.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $45.91 per kg, close to the world average of $44.08.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Precious stones imports to Mozambique
Imports of precious stones by Mozambique reached $3.5 million in 2024 (16 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Thailand accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $3.5M | 100% |
| Malawi | $9K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique 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 Mozambique?
Mozambique exported precious stones worth $352.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 162 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy precious stones from Mozambique?
The United States was the largest buyer with 29% of the value ($101.9 million), followed by Thailand (22%) and Singapore (11%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 40 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 123% on the year.
What is the average export price of precious stones per kg?
The average declared export value was about $45.91 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $44.08 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of precious stones from Mozambique changed since 2017?
Exports went from $210.4 million in 2017 to $352.0 million in 2024, an increase of 67%. The peak was 2023 at $511.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $281.0 million a year.
Does Mozambique also import precious stones?
Yes. Mozambique imported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Thailand, Malawi and South Africa. On balance Mozambique is a net exporter of this product, by about $348.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for precious stones?
The HS code for precious stones is heading 7103. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 7103.91 (67% of the value) and 7103.99 (19%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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