Cut synthetic gemstones imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $269.9 million of cut synthetic gemstones in 2024 (14 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 146 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $269.9M | 14 t |
| 2023 | $331.4M | 8 t |
| 2022 | $279.5M | 6 t |
| 2021 | $156.4M | 6 t |
| 2020 | $126.6M | 6 t |
| 2019 | $141.7M | 5 t |
| 2018 | $201.8M | 5 t |
| 2017 | $85.3M | 3 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports cut synthetic gemstones from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 64% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $173.3M | 64% |
| United States | $37.8M | 14% |
| Zambia | $32.3M | 12% |
| China | $12.7M | 4.7% |
| Hong Kong | $7.8M | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $3.2M | 1.2% |
| Israel | $1.2M | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $1.0M | 0.4% |
| Japan | $141K | 0.1% |
| Czech Republic | $90K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19,418.54 per kg, 3792% above the world average of $498.92. 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 synthetic gemstones exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $25.9 million of cut synthetic gemstones in 2024 (1 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were India (42%), Hong Kong (32%), Belgium (10%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $10.9M | 42% |
| Hong Kong | $8.2M | 32% |
| Belgium | $2.7M | 10% |
| United States | $2.5M | 9.5% |
| Zambia | $605K | 2.3% |
| Israel | $435K | 1.7% |
| Thailand | $246K | 1% |
| Uzbekistan | $147K | 0.6% |
| Czech Republic | $72K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $33K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates cut synthetic gemstones imports (HS 7104.90): 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 7104.90: Stones: precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, (not piezo-electric quartz), worked or graded or not, (but not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for transport convenience, n.e.c. in item no. 7104.20.
Common questions
What is the value of cut synthetic gemstones imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported cut synthetic gemstones worth $269.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 146 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply cut synthetic gemstones to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($173.3 million), followed by the United States (14%) and Zambia (12%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 75% on the year.
What is the average import price of cut synthetic gemstones per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19,418.54 per kg in 2024, 3792% above the world average of $498.92 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cut synthetic gemstones to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $85.3 million in 2017 to $269.9 million in 2024, an increase of 217%. The peak was 2023 at $331.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $199.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export cut synthetic gemstones?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $25.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Hong Kong and Belgium. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $244.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for cut synthetic gemstones?
The HS code for cut synthetic gemstones is subheading 7104.90. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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