Synthetic gemstones imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported synthetic gemstones worth $3.7 million (54 tonnes). Value fell 24% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.8 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 | $3.7M | 54 t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 65 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 57 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 37 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 30 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 33 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 40 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 44 t |
Where Turkey imports synthetic gemstones from
The largest suppliers were China (44%), India (31%), Japan (9%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+211% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 44% |
| India | $1.1M | 31% |
| Japan | $334K | 9.2% |
| Thailand | $204K | 5.6% |
| United States | $142K | 3.9% |
| Czech Republic | $68K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $67K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $14K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $14K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.3% |
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… | 96% |
| 7104.20 | Stones: precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, (not piezo-electric quartz), unworked or simply sawn, roughly shaped, (not strung… | 3.2% |
| 7104.10 | Stones: precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, piezo-electric quartz, whether or not worked or graded (but not strung, mounted or… | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7104.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $67.85 per kg, 90% below the world average of $683.93, 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.
Synthetic gemstones exports from Turkey
Exports of synthetic gemstones by Turkey reached $967 thousand in 2024 (1 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (35%), India (34%), Jordan (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+971% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $334K | 35% |
| India | $330K | 34% |
| Jordan | $55K | 5.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $53K | 5.5% |
| Uzbekistan | $22K | 2.2% |
| Poland | $18K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $15K | 1.6% |
| Morocco | $10K | 1.1% |
| Moldova | $10K | 1% |
| Panama | $9K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 Turkey?
Turkey imported synthetic gemstones worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 54 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 148 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic gemstones to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by India (31%) and Japan (9%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 211% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic gemstones per kg?
The average declared import value was about $67.85 per kg in 2024, 90% below 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 Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. The peak was 2023 at $4.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export synthetic gemstones?
Yes. Turkey exported $967 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, India and Jordan. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic gemstones?
The HS code for synthetic gemstones is heading 7104. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 7104.90 (96% of the value) and 7104.20 (3%). 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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