Gold or silver plated jewelry imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $52.0 million of gold or silver plated jewelry in 2024 (79 tonnes). It ranks 1st of 180 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 89% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $483.5 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 | $52.0M | 79 t |
| 2023 | $483.5M | 66 t |
| 2022 | $468.6M | 85 t |
| 2021 | $32.7M | 93 t |
| 2020 | $21.1M | 44 t |
| 2019 | $27.0M | 79 t |
| 2018 | $37.3M | 60 t |
| 2017 | $25.0M | 45 t |
Where the United States imports gold or silver plated jewelry from
The largest suppliers were Jordan (34%), Spain (11%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+813% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $661.05 per kg, 176% above the world average of $239.23. 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.
Gold or silver plated jewelry exports from the United States
Exports of gold or silver plated jewelry by the United States reached $47.8 million in 2024 (86 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 160 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (15%), Hong Kong (14%), Cayman Isds (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Venezuela grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $7.0M | 15% |
| Hong Kong | $6.7M | 14% |
| Cayman Isds | $4.3M | 9.1% |
| Belgium | $3.2M | 6.8% |
| Canada | $2.7M | 5.7% |
| India | $2.6M | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $2.5M | 5.3% |
| Venezuela | $2.2M | 4.5% |
| France | $1.4M | 2.9% |
| Taiwan | $1.4M | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States gold or silver plated jewelry imports (HS 7113.20): 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 7113.20: Jewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of gold or silver plated jewelry imported by the United States?
The United States imported gold or silver plated jewelry worth $52.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 79 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 180 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was down 89% on 2023.
Which countries supply gold or silver plated jewelry to the United States?
Jordan was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($17.7 million), followed by Spain (11%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 813% on the year.
What is the average import price of gold or silver plated jewelry per kg?
The average declared import value was about $661.05 per kg in 2024, 176% above the world average of $239.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of gold or silver plated jewelry to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.0 million in 2017 to $52.0 million in 2024, an increase of 108%. The peak was 2023 at $483.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $143.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export gold or silver plated jewelry?
Yes. The United States exported $47.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Hong Kong and Cayman Isds. That compares with imports of $52.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for gold or silver plated jewelry?
The HS code for gold or silver plated jewelry is subheading 7113.20. 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 7113 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United States 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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