Pearl jewelry imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
Qatar imported $4.9 million of pearl jewelry in 2024 (118 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 157 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 15% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $4.9M | 118 t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 5 t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 74 t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 86 t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 94 t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 1 t |
| 2018 | $261K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 2 t |
Where Qatar imports pearl jewelry from
Most of the value came from China (17%), Turkey (15%), Bangladesh (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+357% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $855K | 17% |
| Turkey | $757K | 15% |
| Bangladesh | $647K | 13% |
| Kuwait | $617K | 13% |
| Cambodia | $501K | 10% |
| Morocco | $389K | 7.9% |
| United States | $285K | 5.8% |
| Pakistan | $211K | 4.3% |
| India | $157K | 3.2% |
| Hong Kong | $128K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $41.90 per kg, 75% below the world average of $170.56, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pearl jewelry exports from Qatar
In 2024, Qatar exported pearl jewelry worth $1.8 million. Its share of world exports was 1%. United States alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.8M | 100% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar pearl jewelry imports (HS 7116.10): 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 7116.10: Pearls: articles of natural or cultured pearls.
Common questions
What is the value of pearl jewelry imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported pearl jewelry worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 118 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 157 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply pearl jewelry to Qatar?
China was the largest supplier with 17% of the value ($855 thousand), followed by Turkey (15%) and Bangladesh (13%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 357% on the year.
What is the average import price of pearl jewelry per kg?
The average declared import value was about $41.90 per kg in 2024, 75% below the world average of $170.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pearl jewelry to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 89%. The peak was 2022 at $6.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does Qatar also export pearl jewelry?
Yes. Qatar exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States and Saudi Arabia. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for pearl jewelry?
The HS code for pearl jewelry is subheading 7116.10. 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 7116 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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