Time recording apparatus trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in time recording apparatus was worth $576.7 million in 2024, about 13.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 59% since 2017, and up 58% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $576.7M | 13.1K t |
| 2023 | $365.3M | 13.7K t |
| 2022 | $366.9M | 15.4K t |
| 2021 | $377.9M | 13.4K t |
| 2020 | $321.1M | 11.8K t |
| 2019 | $371.5M | 15.1K t |
| 2018 | $372.1M | 15.8K t |
| 2017 | $361.9M | 13.1K t |
Top time recording apparatus exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 66% of world exports, followed by France and the United States. The top three supply 76% between them, out of 128 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $381.8M | 66% |
| France | $34.1M | 5.9% |
| United States | $22.6M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $16.7M | 2.9% |
| Indonesia | $15.1M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $12.1M | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $10.7M | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $10.1M | 1.8% |
| Canada | $6.7M | 1.2% |
| Thailand | $5.9M | 1% |
| South Korea | $5.4M | 0.9% |
| Italy | $5.2M | 0.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Russia is the biggest buyer with 39% of world imports, ahead of the United States and Germany. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 53% across 211 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $227.1M | 39% |
| United States | $44.2M | 7.7% |
| Germany | $33.0M | 5.7% |
| Japan | $29.9M | 5.2% |
| France | $14.2M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $13.7M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $12.5M | 2.2% |
| Poland | $10.8M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $10.6M | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $9.6M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $9.3M | 1.6% |
| Australia | $8.0M | 1.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $44.11 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $117.83 per kg and Indonesia $28.48 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 9106: Time of day recording apparatus and apparatus for measuring, recording or otherwise indicating intervals of time, with clock, watch movement or synchronous motor. HS 9106 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most time recording apparatus?
China exported $381.8 million in 2024, 66% of the world total, followed by France (6%) and the United States (4%). In all, 128 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most time recording apparatus?
Russia imported $227.1 million in 2024, 39% of world imports, ahead of the United States (8%) and Germany (6%). The top three importers together take 53%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in time recording apparatus?
It was worth $576.7 million in 2024, about 13.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 59% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 128 countries reported exports and 211 reported imports.
What is the average price of time recording apparatus per kg?
The world average declared value was about $44.11 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $117.83 per kg and Indonesia $28.48 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for time recording apparatus?
The HS code for time recording apparatus is heading 9106, in chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 9106 page.
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