Gold or silver plated jewelry imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of gold or silver plated jewelry by the United Arab Emirates reached $11.0 million in 2024 (2 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 180 countries. That is 108% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $11.0M | 2 t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 20 t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 13 t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 21 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 31 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 13 t |
| 2018 | $721K | 14 t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 9 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports gold or silver plated jewelry from
Malaysia alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $5.9M | 53% |
| Switzerland | $1.5M | 14% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 12% |
| United States | $350K | 3.2% |
| Spain | $338K | 3.1% |
| Italy | $117K | 1.1% |
| Egypt | $82K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $33K | 0.3% |
| France | $29K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5,500.70 per kg, 2199% above the world average of $239.23. 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.
Gold or silver plated jewelry exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported gold or silver plated jewelry worth $4.2 million (6 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Malaysia alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Denmark grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $2.2M | 52% |
| Denmark | $742K | 18% |
| Australia | $281K | 6.7% |
| Mauritius | $280K | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $213K | 5.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $158K | 3.8% |
| New Zealand | $90K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $83K | 2% |
| United States | $48K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $25K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates gold or silver plated jewelry imports (HS 7113.20): 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 7113.20: Jewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of gold or silver plated jewelry imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported gold or silver plated jewelry worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 180 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 108% on 2023.
Which countries supply gold or silver plated jewelry to the United Arab Emirates?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by Switzerland (14%) and Canada (12%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 63% on the year.
What is the average import price of gold or silver plated jewelry per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5,500.70 per kg in 2024, 2199% above the world average of $239.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of gold or silver plated jewelry to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export gold or silver plated jewelry?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, Denmark and Australia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for gold or silver plated jewelry?
The HS code for gold or silver plated jewelry is subheading 7113.20. 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 7113 page.
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