Cut precious stones (other types) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported cut precious stones (other types) worth $32.2 million (67 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 26% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $83.1 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 | $32.2M | 67 t |
| 2023 | $25.5M | 99 t |
| 2022 | $19.1M | 103 t |
| 2021 | $22.3M | 113 t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 91 t |
| 2019 | $21.9M | 225 t |
| 2018 | $69.1M | 4 t |
| 2017 | $83.1M | 771 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports cut precious stones (other types) from
Most of the value came from Hong Kong (27%), Israel (26%), Thailand (17%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $8.6M | 27% |
| Israel | $8.3M | 26% |
| Thailand | $5.3M | 17% |
| India | $2.9M | 8.9% |
| Turkey | $2.5M | 7.6% |
| Mozambique | $913K | 2.8% |
| United States | $899K | 2.8% |
| Japan | $515K | 1.6% |
| Romania | $398K | 1.2% |
| Australia | $327K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $480.59 per kg, 135% above the world average of $204.80. 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.
Cut precious stones (other types) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of cut precious stones (other types) by the United Arab Emirates reached $19.6 million in 2024 (2 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Hong Kong accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $10.6M | 54% |
| Israel | $5.7M | 29% |
| Thailand | $1.8M | 9% |
| Switzerland | $912K | 4.6% |
| Australia | $177K | 0.9% |
| India | $150K | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $82K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $76K | 0.4% |
| United States | $43K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $32K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates cut precious stones (other types) imports (HS 7103.99): 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 7103.99: Stones: precious (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, (other than rubies, sapphires and emeralds), worked other than simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted or set.
Common questions
What is the value of cut precious stones (other types) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported cut precious stones (other types) worth $32.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 67 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 160 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply cut precious stones (other types) to the United Arab Emirates?
Hong Kong was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Israel (26%) and Thailand (17%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 668% on the year.
What is the average import price of cut precious stones (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $480.59 per kg in 2024, 135% above the world average of $204.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cut precious stones (other types) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $83.1 million in 2017 to $32.2 million in 2024, a fall of 61%. The peak was 2017 at $83.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export cut precious stones (other types)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $19.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Israel and Thailand. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $12.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cut precious stones (other types)?
The HS code for cut precious stones (other types) is subheading 7103.99. 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 7103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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