Rough gemstones imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported rough gemstones worth $30.9 million (135 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 154 countries. Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $39.9 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 | $30.9M | 135 t |
| 2023 | $39.9M | 161 t |
| 2022 | $36.6M | 98 t |
| 2021 | $22.8M | 103 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 31 t |
| 2019 | $8.9M | 8 t |
| 2018 | $18.5M | 32 t |
| 2017 | $12.5M | 25 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports rough gemstones from
The largest suppliers were Zambia (23%), Brazil (19%), Singapore (15%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $7.3M | 24% |
| Brazil | $5.8M | 19% |
| Singapore | $4.6M | 15% |
| Kenya | $4.5M | 15% |
| Hong Kong | $2.6M | 8.3% |
| Thailand | $2.2M | 7% |
| Australia | $1.3M | 4.3% |
| Canada | $832K | 2.7% |
| India | $716K | 2.3% |
| Pakistan | $349K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $229.48 per kg, 3452% above the world average of $6.46. 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.
Rough gemstones exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $22.2 million of rough gemstones in 2024 (16 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Hong Kong alone took 60% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $13.2M | 60% |
| Israel | $4.2M | 19% |
| India | $1.7M | 7.7% |
| Thailand | $1.6M | 7% |
| Zambia | $455K | 2% |
| China | $370K | 1.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $277K | 1.3% |
| Macao | $212K | 1% |
| Germany | $100K | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $41K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates rough gemstones imports (HS 7103.10): 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 7103.10: Stones: precious (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, unworked or simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted or set.
Common questions
What is the value of rough gemstones imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported rough gemstones worth $30.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 135 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 154 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply rough gemstones to the United Arab Emirates?
Zambia was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Brazil (19%) and Singapore (15%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 328% on the year.
What is the average import price of rough gemstones per kg?
The average declared import value was about $229.48 per kg in 2024, 3452% above the world average of $6.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rough gemstones to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.5 million in 2017 to $30.9 million in 2024, an increase of 148%. The peak was 2023 at $39.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export rough gemstones?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $22.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Israel and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $8.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for rough gemstones?
The HS code for rough gemstones is subheading 7103.10. 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 7103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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