Tag: Gemstones
RETAIL/FMCG AGTA Flags Proposed US Tariffs Could Impact Global Gemstone Trade

The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) has cautioned its members about proposed U.S. tariffs that could affect gemstone and jewellery imports from India and several other major trading partners. According to AGTA, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has proposed tariffs of 10% or 12.5% on nearly all imports linked to forced labour concerns following a […]

CW Bureau · Jun 8, 2026
GENERAL Russia Tightens Rules On Synthetic Diamond Labelling From Sept 2026

Russia has introduced new regulations governing the sale and marketing of jewellery containing synthetic diamonds, in one of the industry’s most stringent measures aimed at clearly distinguishing lab-grown stones from natural diamonds. The new rules adopted the Russian Federation will come into effect from September 1, 2026. The provisions amend the country’s retail sales regulations […]

CW Bureau · Jun 7, 2026