Consumer Acceptance Rates Hit All-Time High

A comprehensive survey across India's major metropolitan areas reveals a dramatic shift in consumer attitudes toward lab-grown diamonds, with acceptance rates reaching an unprecedented 78% in 2025, marking a significant increase from just 45% in 2023.

Metropolitan Areas Leading the Change

The survey, conducted across Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, and Hyderabad, shows that younger consumers aged 25-40 are driving this acceptance surge, with 89% expressing willingness to purchase lab-grown diamonds for engagement rings.

Key Factors Driving Acceptance

• Ethical considerations - 67% cite conflict-free sourcing as primary reason
• Environmental impact - 52% concerned about mining environmental effects
• Value proposition - 71% appreciate 30-40% cost savings
• Quality assurance - 84% trust certified lab-grown diamonds
• Technological advancement - 43% view lab creation as superior technology

The data indicates that education and awareness campaigns by retailers and manufacturers have successfully communicated the benefits of lab-grown diamonds to consumers, particularly regarding their identical physical and optical properties to mined diamonds.

Regional Variations

Bangalore leads acceptance rates at 85%, followed by Mumbai at 82%, and Delhi at 79%. Traditional jewelry markets in Chennai and Hyderabad show slightly lower but rapidly growing acceptance at 72% and 69% respectively.