Rough gemstones exports from Zambia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of rough gemstones by Zambia reached $208.7 million in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 129 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 8% 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $208.7M | 6.5K t |
| 2023 | $226.1M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $149.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $111.2M | 6.3K t |
| 2020 | $36.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $75.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $91.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $78.8M | 1.1K t |
Where Zambia exports rough gemstones to
India alone took 68% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+118% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $142.2M | 68% |
| Singapore | $41.1M | 20% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7.3M | 3.5% |
| United States | $5.9M | 2.8% |
| Israel | $4.4M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $4.1M | 2% |
| China | $2.5M | 1.2% |
| Hong Kong | $964K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $95K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $57K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.24 per kg, 399% above the world average of $6.46. 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 gemstones imports to Zambia
In 2024, Zambia imported rough gemstones worth $6.7 million (0 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Singapore alone supplied 93% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $6.2M | 93% |
| United Arab Emirates | $455K | 6.8% |
| Malawi | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia rough gemstones exports (HS 7103.10): 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 7103.10: Stones: precious (other than diamonds) and semi-precious stones, unworked or simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted or set.
Common questions
What is the value of rough gemstones exported by Zambia?
Zambia exported rough gemstones worth $208.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 129 countries worldwide, with 17% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy rough gemstones from Zambia?
India was the largest buyer with 68% of the value ($142.2 million), followed by Singapore (20%) and the United Arab Emirates (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 23 buyer countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 990% on the year.
What is the average export price of rough gemstones per kg?
The average declared export value was about $32.24 per kg in 2024, 399% above the world average of $6.46 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of rough gemstones from Zambia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $78.8 million in 2017 to $208.7 million in 2024, an increase of 165%. The peak was 2023 at $226.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $122.2 million a year.
Does Zambia also import rough gemstones?
Yes. Zambia imported $6.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Singapore, the United Arab Emirates and Malawi. On balance Zambia is a net exporter of this product, by about $202.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for rough gemstones?
The HS code for rough gemstones is subheading 7103.10. 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 7103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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