Cultured pearls (worked) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cultured pearls (worked) by the United States reached $57.4 million in 2024 (20 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 128 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $83.7 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 | $57.4M | 20 t |
| 2023 | $55.2M | 23 t |
| 2022 | $53.6M | 24 t |
| 2021 | $46.3M | 28 t |
| 2020 | $37.2M | 22 t |
| 2019 | $53.1M | 13 t |
| 2018 | $72.6M | 10 t |
| 2017 | $83.7M | 10 t |
Where the United States imports cultured pearls (worked) from
The largest suppliers were Japan (33%), Hong Kong (16%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $18.8M | 33% |
| Hong Kong | $9.1M | 16% |
| China | $8.0M | 14% |
| French Polynesia | $6.3M | 11% |
| Australia | $5.2M | 9.1% |
| Qatar | $3.3M | 5.7% |
| Indonesia | $2.1M | 3.7% |
| Thailand | $2.0M | 3.4% |
| Philippines | $958K | 1.7% |
| France | $528K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2,870.89 per kg, 472% above the world average of $501.90. 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.
Cultured pearls (worked) exports from the United States
The United States exported $14.4 million of cultured pearls (worked) in 2024 (1 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 84 countries. Most of it went to Hong Kong (49%), Qatar (10%), Thailand (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+139% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $7.0M | 49% |
| Qatar | $1.5M | 10% |
| Thailand | $622K | 4.3% |
| Switzerland | $613K | 4.3% |
| Canada | $593K | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $556K | 3.9% |
| India | $433K | 3% |
| Japan | $425K | 3% |
| Netherlands | $388K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $363K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cultured pearls (worked) imports (HS 7101.22): 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 7101.22: Pearls: cultured, worked, whether or not graded (but not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for the convenience of transport.
Common questions
What is the value of cultured pearls (worked) imported by the United States?
The United States imported cultured pearls (worked) worth $57.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 128 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply cultured pearls (worked) to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($18.8 million), followed by Hong Kong (16%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 60% on the year.
What is the average import price of cultured pearls (worked) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2,870.89 per kg in 2024, 472% above the world average of $501.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cultured pearls (worked) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $83.7 million in 2017 to $57.4 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2017 at $83.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $57.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export cultured pearls (worked)?
Yes. The United States exported $14.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Qatar and Thailand. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $43.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for cultured pearls (worked)?
The HS code for cultured pearls (worked) is subheading 7101.22. 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 7101 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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