Base metal costume jewelry imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported base metal costume jewelry worth $261.0 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 218 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $261.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $258.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $232.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $210.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $188.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $247.7M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $248.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $264.6M | 5.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports base metal costume jewelry from
The largest suppliers were China (49%), Italy (10%), Thailand (10%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $127.0M | 49% |
| Italy | $26.8M | 10% |
| Thailand | $25.7M | 9.8% |
| France | $18.0M | 6.9% |
| Germany | $14.8M | 5.7% |
| Vietnam | $13.6M | 5.2% |
| India | $9.6M | 3.7% |
| South Korea | $4.0M | 1.5% |
| United States | $4.0M | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $2.9M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $94.79 per kg, 101% above the world average of $47.13. 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.
Base metal costume jewelry exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported base metal costume jewelry worth $47.0 million (282 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Hong Kong (12%), Ireland (8%), Netherlands (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 27%. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+141% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $5.7M | 12% |
| Ireland | $3.8M | 8.2% |
| Netherlands | $3.3M | 7.1% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 6.9% |
| Tanzania | $3.1M | 6.6% |
| France | $2.4M | 5.1% |
| Macao | $2.2M | 4.8% |
| United States | $2.2M | 4.6% |
| China | $2.2M | 4.6% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 4.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom base metal costume jewelry imports (HS 7117.19): 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 7117.19: Jewellery: imitation, (excluding cuff links and studs), of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal.
Common questions
What is the value of base metal costume jewelry imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported base metal costume jewelry worth $261.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 218 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply base metal costume jewelry to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($127.0 million), followed by Italy (10%) and Thailand (10%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 88 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 72% on the year.
What is the average import price of base metal costume jewelry per kg?
The average declared import value was about $94.79 per kg in 2024, 101% above the world average of $47.13 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of base metal costume jewelry to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $264.6 million in 2017 to $261.0 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2017 at $264.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $239.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export base metal costume jewelry?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $47.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Ireland and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $214.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for base metal costume jewelry?
The HS code for base metal costume jewelry is subheading 7117.19. 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 7117 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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