Cut synthetic gemstones exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of cut synthetic gemstones by the United Kingdom reached $20.0 million in 2024 (4 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 9% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $33.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20.0M | 4 t |
| 2023 | $22.1M | 3 t |
| 2022 | $25.2M | 4 t |
| 2021 | $21.3M | 9 t |
| 2020 | $19.5M | 7 t |
| 2019 | $33.7M | 5 t |
| 2018 | $31.8M | 5 t |
| 2017 | $19.8M | 4 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports cut synthetic gemstones to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (20%), Ireland (18%), Netherlands (16%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.9M | 20% |
| Ireland | $3.5M | 18% |
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 16% |
| United States | $2.9M | 15% |
| India | $1.8M | 8.9% |
| China | $1.3M | 6.3% |
| Switzerland | $650K | 3.3% |
| France | $568K | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $491K | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $247K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4,754.79 per kg, 853% 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 imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported cut synthetic gemstones worth $46.2 million (6 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 146 countries for imports of this product. India alone supplied 63% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $29.2M | 63% |
| United States | $7.9M | 17% |
| Switzerland | $2.3M | 5% |
| Israel | $1.5M | 3.2% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| China | $837K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $728K | 1.6% |
| Japan | $647K | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $621K | 1.4% |
| Thailand | $374K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cut synthetic gemstones exports (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 exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported cut synthetic gemstones worth $20.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 111 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy cut synthetic gemstones from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by Ireland (18%) and the Netherlands (16%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 63 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 158% on the year.
What is the average export price of cut synthetic gemstones per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4,754.79 per kg in 2024, 853% 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 exports of cut synthetic gemstones from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $19.8 million in 2017 to $20.0 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2019 at $33.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import cut synthetic gemstones?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $46.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, the United States and Switzerland. That compares with exports of $20.0 million in the same 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?
Shipment-level records for the United Kingdom reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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