Electric wristwatches imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported electric wristwatches worth $35.0 million (654 tonnes). Value rose 49% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $35.0M | 654 t |
| 2023 | $23.5M | 483 t |
| 2022 | $37.5M | 599 t |
| 2021 | $24.3M | 60 t |
| 2020 | $20.4M | 56 t |
| 2019 | $32.1M | 125 t |
| 2018 | $38.0M | 159 t |
| 2017 | $39.6M | 132 t |
Where South Africa imports electric wristwatches from
China alone supplied 50% of it. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $17.6M | 50% |
| Hong Kong | $7.6M | 22% |
| Switzerland | $6.7M | 19% |
| Germany | $948K | 2.7% |
| France | $467K | 1.3% |
| United States | $346K | 1% |
| Sweden | $329K | 0.9% |
| Philippines | $238K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $233K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $161K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $53.53 per kg, 64% below the world average of $147.57, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electric wristwatches exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported electric wristwatches worth $1.6 million (27 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (23%), Botswana (17%), Switzerland (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $363K | 23% |
| Botswana | $270K | 17% |
| Switzerland | $184K | 12% |
| Hong Kong | $178K | 11% |
| Zambia | $176K | 11% |
| Eswatini | $125K | 7.8% |
| Lesotho | $63K | 3.9% |
| Kenya | $54K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $51K | 3.2% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $19K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa electric wristwatches imports (HS 9102.11): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 9102.11: Wrist-watches: electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) with mechanical display only.
Common questions
What is the value of electric wristwatches imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported electric wristwatches worth $35.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 654 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric wristwatches to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($17.6 million), followed by Hong Kong (22%) and Switzerland (19%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric wristwatches per kg?
The average declared import value was about $53.53 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $147.57 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric wristwatches to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.6 million in 2017 to $35.0 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2017 at $39.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also export electric wristwatches?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Switzerland. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $33.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric wristwatches?
The HS code for electric wristwatches is subheading 9102.11. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9102 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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