Gold semi-manufactured forms imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $4.94 billion of gold semi-manufactured forms in 2024 (76 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 158 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% a year on average.
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 | $4.94B | 76 t |
| 2023 | $4.93B | 87 t |
| 2022 | $3.10B | 76 t |
| 2021 | $3.60B | 79 t |
| 2020 | $4.76B | 91 t |
| 2019 | $1.80B | 42 t |
| 2018 | $762.3M | 23 t |
| 2017 | $992.9M | 33 t |
Where the United States imports gold semi-manufactured forms from
Most of the value came from Switzerland (46%), United Kingdom (26%), Australia (12%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $2.29B | 46% |
| United Kingdom | $1.27B | 26% |
| Australia | $599.9M | 12% |
| Mexico | $184.1M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $154.9M | 3.1% |
| Colombia | $94.9M | 1.9% |
| Chile | $58.2M | 1.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $49.7M | 1% |
| Japan | $48.7M | 1% |
| Singapore | $47.5M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $64,658.89 per kg, 29% above the world average of $50,161.27. 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 semi-manufactured forms exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported gold semi-manufactured forms worth $2.72 billion (247 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. Most of it went to Azerbaijan (39%), Singapore (38%), Italy (4%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Azerbaijan | $1.06B | 39% |
| Singapore | $1.03B | 38% |
| Italy | $101.5M | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $87.3M | 3.2% |
| Taiwan | $77.1M | 2.8% |
| India | $70.8M | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $45.9M | 1.7% |
| Mexico | $25.5M | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $18.0M | 0.7% |
| Germany | $17.9M | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States gold semi-manufactured forms imports (HS 7108.13): 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 7108.13: Metals: gold, semi-manufactured.
Common questions
What is the value of gold semi-manufactured forms imported by the United States?
The United States imported gold semi-manufactured forms worth $4.94 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 76 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 158 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply gold semi-manufactured forms to the United States?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($2.29 billion), followed by the United Kingdom (26%) and Australia (12%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 260% on the year.
What is the average import price of gold semi-manufactured forms per kg?
The average declared import value was about $64,658.89 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $50,161.27 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of gold semi-manufactured forms to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $992.9 million in 2017 to $4.94 billion in 2024, an increase of 398%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.11 billion a year.
Does the United States also export gold semi-manufactured forms?
Yes. The United States exported $2.72 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Azerbaijan, Singapore and Italy. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $2.22 billion a year.
What is the HS code for gold semi-manufactured forms?
The HS code for gold semi-manufactured forms is subheading 7108.13. 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 7108 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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