Rough synthetic gemstones exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $271.0 million of rough synthetic gemstones in 2024 (7 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 84 countries. That is 48% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $517.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $271.0M | 7 t |
| 2023 | $517.4M | 8 t |
| 2022 | $339.9M | 24 t |
| 2021 | $144.4M | 12 t |
| 2020 | $83.4M | 53 t |
| 2019 | $30.4M | 9 t |
| 2018 | $48.1M | 144 t |
| 2017 | $31.4M | 114 t |
Where the United States exports rough synthetic gemstones to
The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (42%), India (32%), Thailand (14%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $112.5M | 42% |
| India | $87.5M | 32% |
| Thailand | $37.4M | 14% |
| Ireland | $11.8M | 4.4% |
| China | $8.6M | 3.2% |
| Hong Kong | $5.6M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $3.6M | 1.3% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 0.4% |
| Spain | $210K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $41,063.17 per kg, 1458% above the world average of $2,634.94. 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.
Rough synthetic gemstones imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported rough synthetic gemstones worth $18.2 million (11 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 98 countries. The largest suppliers were Germany (31%), China (17%), Belgium (14%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.6M | 31% |
| China | $3.1M | 17% |
| Belgium | $2.5M | 14% |
| India | $2.3M | 13% |
| Thailand | $1.0M | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $793K | 4.4% |
| Switzerland | $677K | 3.7% |
| Ukraine | $483K | 2.7% |
| Japan | $359K | 2% |
| Israel | $342K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States rough synthetic gemstones exports (HS 7104.20): 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 7104.20: Stones: precious or semi-precious, synthetic or reconstructed, (not piezo-electric quartz), unworked or simply sawn, roughly shaped, (not strung, mounted or set), temporarily strung for transport convenience.
Common questions
What is the value of rough synthetic gemstones exported by the United States?
The United States exported rough synthetic gemstones worth $271.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 84 countries worldwide, with 16% of world exports. The value was down 48% on 2023.
Which countries buy rough synthetic gemstones from the United States?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 42% of the value ($112.5 million), followed by India (32%) and Thailand (14%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 58 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of rough synthetic gemstones per kg?
The average declared export value was about $41,063.17 per kg in 2024, 1458% above the world average of $2,634.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of rough synthetic gemstones from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $31.4 million in 2017 to $271.0 million in 2024, an increase of 762%. The peak was 2023 at $517.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $183.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import rough synthetic gemstones?
Yes. The United States imported $18.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and Belgium. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $252.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for rough synthetic gemstones?
The HS code for rough synthetic gemstones is subheading 7104.20. 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 7104 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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