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Lab-Grown Gemstone
Industry News
Market trends, certification updates, and developments shaping the lab-grown gemstone trade — curated by the BODA Gems team. For media enquiries, contact [email protected].
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What's shaping the market
2026
GIA Replaces 4Cs Wording With "Premium" and "Standard" for Lab-Grown Diamonds
GIA has moved away from its traditional natural-diamond grading language for laboratory-grown stones, introducing simplified Premium and Standard designations. The change reflects how tightly most lab-grown diamonds now cluster in color and clarity.
GIA · Certification
2026
Lab-Grown Diamond Market on Track to Pass $30 Billion
Industry research firms project continued double-digit growth for laboratory-grown diamonds this year, driven by improved production technology and rising ethical-sourcing demand — with lab-grown stones now accounting for the majority of US engagement ring volume by unit.
Market Research · Diamonds
2026
Colored Lab-Grown Gemstones Emerge as a Fast-Growing Category
Analysts point to lab-created sapphire, ruby, and emerald as one of the fastest-expanding segments in fine jewelry, as designers increasingly pair colorless stones with vivid colored gems for more personalized pieces.
Market Research · Colored Stones
2026
Younger Buyers Drive Moissanite Into the Bridal Mainstream
Consumer surveys show a majority of Gen Z and Millennial jewelry buyers are now open to lab-created gemstones, with moissanite gaining particular traction in engagement and bridal pieces for its brilliance and affordability.
Consumer Trends · Moissanite
2026
How Much Greener Are Lab-Grown Gemstones? It Depends on the Power Source
Independent estimates suggest lab-grown stones can use meaningfully less water and energy than mined ones — but observers note the real environmental benefit hinges on whether a growth facility runs on clean energy, making transparent sourcing the key differentiator between producers.
Industry Analysis · Sustainability
2026
B2B Buyers Prioritize Batch Consistency and Optional Certification, Trade Survey Finds
Wholesale buyers increasingly cite consistent color and clarity across batches — not just price — as a top purchasing factor for lab-grown stones, alongside access to independent certification when a piece is destined for retail resale.
Trade Survey · B2B
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