Cut precious stones (other types) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cut precious stones (other types) by the United States reached $530.5 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 160 countries. Value fell 24% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $700.3 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 | $530.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $700.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $500.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $250.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $250.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $470.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $400.5M | 68.3K t |
| 2017 | $515.4M | 28.5K t |
Where the United States imports cut precious stones (other types) from
Most of the value came from Thailand (18%), India (14%), Hong Kong (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 44%. Among the main suppliers, Mozambique grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $97.4M | 18% |
| India | $76.3M | 14% |
| Hong Kong | $57.2M | 11% |
| Germany | $46.9M | 8.8% |
| Brazil | $40.3M | 7.6% |
| Tanzania | $25.5M | 4.8% |
| Israel | $25.2M | 4.8% |
| Australia | $23.4M | 4.4% |
| Switzerland | $21.4M | 4% |
| Mozambique | $20.7M | 3.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $338.85 per kg, 65% above the world average of $204.80. 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 precious stones (other types) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported cut precious stones (other types) worth $213.9 million (166 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 151 countries for exports of this product. Hong Kong alone took 54% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $115.5M | 54% |
| Thailand | $26.4M | 12% |
| Israel | $11.2M | 5.2% |
| Switzerland | $10.6M | 5% |
| Germany | $9.5M | 4.4% |
| India | $9.0M | 4.2% |
| France | $8.2M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $4.1M | 1.9% |
| Japan | $2.7M | 1.3% |
| Canada | $2.6M | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cut precious stones (other types) imports (HS 7103.99): 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 7103.99: Stones: precious (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, (other than rubies, sapphires and emeralds), worked other than simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted or set.
Common questions
What is the value of cut precious stones (other types) imported by the United States?
The United States imported cut precious stones (other types) worth $530.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 160 countries worldwide, with 25% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply cut precious stones (other types) to the United States?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($97.4 million), followed by India (14%) and Hong Kong (11%). The top three together account for 44%, out of 86 supplier countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 73% on the year.
What is the average import price of cut precious stones (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $338.85 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $204.80 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cut precious stones (other types) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $515.4 million in 2017 to $530.5 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. The peak was 2023 at $700.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $452.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export cut precious stones (other types)?
Yes. The United States exported $213.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Thailand and Israel. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $316.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cut precious stones (other types)?
The HS code for cut precious stones (other types) is subheading 7103.99. 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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