Amethyst Gua Sha Material Shortage May Drive Price Surge
[News Brief – April 18, 2025] — A significant shortage of raw amethyst materials used in Gua Sha tools is expected to lead to a sharp rise in prices and a decline in product availability over the coming months.
Last Wednesday, executives from our company conducted an on-site inspection of mineral supply regions in Africa, focusing on key sourcing areas such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Africa, and Madagascar. These regions supply the vast majority of crystal raw materials for both our company and many Gua Sha manufacturers across China.
The field visit revealed a concerning trend: the mining output of amethyst has dropped by more than 60% across all surveyed areas. Additionally, most of the mined amethyst stones are now smaller in size, making them unsuitable for producing larger Gua Sha tools.
As a result, the market supply of amethyst Gua Sha tools is projected to decline by over 50% within the next one to two months. Prices are expected to rise sharply, while overall product quality may be compromised due to limited material options.
For buyers planning to purchase amethyst Gua Sha tools in the near future, it is advisable to either seek out suppliers with existing stock or delay procurement until supply levels and prices stabilize.
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