Pearl jewelry imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported pearl jewelry worth $26.2 million (53 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 157 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $26.2M | 53 t |
| 2023 | $25.4M | 73 t |
| 2022 | $15.4M | 97 t |
| 2021 | $25.3M | 113 t |
| 2020 | $12.1M | 79 t |
| 2019 | $21.1M | 78 t |
| 2018 | $8.5M | 24 t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 16 t |
Where the United States imports pearl jewelry from
Most of the value came from China (38%), Japan (21%), Bahrain (9%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $494.64 per kg, 190% above the world average of $170.56. 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.
Pearl jewelry exports from the United States
Exports of pearl jewelry by the United States reached $14.3 million in 2024 (12 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 115 countries. The largest buyer markets were Hong Kong (20%), Switzerland (14%), Canada (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+879% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $2.8M | 20% |
| Switzerland | $2.0M | 14% |
| Canada | $1.8M | 13% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $830K | 5.8% |
| France | $784K | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $703K | 4.9% |
| Thailand | $454K | 3.2% |
| Philippines | $445K | 3.1% |
| Japan | $385K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States pearl jewelry imports (HS 7116.10): 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 7116.10: Pearls: articles of natural or cultured pearls.
Common questions
What is the value of pearl jewelry imported by the United States?
The United States imported pearl jewelry worth $26.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 53 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 157 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply pearl jewelry to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($9.8 million), followed by Japan (21%) and Bahrain (9%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 250% on the year.
What is the average import price of pearl jewelry per kg?
The average declared import value was about $494.64 per kg in 2024, 190% above the world average of $170.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of pearl jewelry to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $26.2 million in 2024, an increase of 165%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export pearl jewelry?
Yes. The United States exported $14.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Switzerland and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $11.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for pearl jewelry?
The HS code for pearl jewelry is subheading 7116.10. 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 7116 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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