Rough gemstones imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rough gemstones by the United Kingdom reached $2.0 million in 2024 (154 tonnes). Value fell 37% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $6.1 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 | $2.0M | 154 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 222 t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 388 t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 249 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 182 t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 114 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 93 t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 109 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports rough gemstones from
The largest suppliers were China (23%), Thailand (11%), Brazil (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, Mozambique grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $476K | 23% |
| Thailand | $226K | 11% |
| Brazil | $217K | 11% |
| India | $211K | 10% |
| South Africa | $167K | 8.3% |
| Germany | $96K | 4.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $85K | 4.2% |
| Madagascar | $66K | 3.3% |
| United States | $64K | 3.2% |
| Mozambique | $42K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.15 per kg, 104% 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 Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million of rough gemstones in 2024 (17 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (18%), United States (18%), Cayman Isds (16%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+434% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $223K | 18% |
| United States | $220K | 18% |
| Cayman Isds | $203K | 16% |
| Hong Kong | $158K | 13% |
| India | $114K | 9% |
| Ireland | $77K | 6.1% |
| Thailand | $57K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $21K | 1.7% |
| Gibraltar | $19K | 1.5% |
| China | $18K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom 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 Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported rough gemstones worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 154 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 154 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply rough gemstones to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($476 thousand), followed by Thailand (11%) and Brazil (11%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 81% on the year.
What is the average import price of rough gemstones per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.15 per kg in 2024, 104% above the world average of $6.46 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rough gemstones to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, a fall of 58%. The peak was 2021 at $6.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export rough gemstones?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United States and Cayman Isds. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $773 thousand 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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