Electric wristwatches (other) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electric wristwatches (other) by South Africa reached $3.2 million in 2024 (258 tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $13.0 million.
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 | $3.2M | 258 t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 254 t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 211 t |
| 2021 | $8.2M | 233 t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 296 t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 45 t |
| 2018 | $8.4M | 34 t |
| 2017 | $11.7M | 42 t |
Where South Africa imports electric wristwatches (other) from
China alone supplied 89% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 90% |
| Switzerland | $66K | 2% |
| United States | $54K | 1.7% |
| Japan | $49K | 1.5% |
| Hong Kong | $45K | 1.4% |
| Cyprus | $41K | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $30K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $11K | 0.4% |
| Australia | $8K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.50 per kg, 87% below the world average of $96.65, 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 (other) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported electric wristwatches (other) worth $528 thousand (7 tonnes). Most of it went to Mauritius (28%), Namibia (14%), Switzerland (12%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritius | $147K | 28% |
| Namibia | $73K | 14% |
| Switzerland | $66K | 12% |
| United States | $47K | 8.9% |
| Hong Kong | $43K | 8.2% |
| Botswana | $26K | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $19K | 3.6% |
| Canada | $11K | 2.1% |
| Australia | $9K | 1.6% |
| Eswatini | $8K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa electric wristwatches (other) imports (HS 9102.19): 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 9102.19: Wrist-watches: electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) without mechanical or opto-electronic display.
Common questions
What is the value of electric wristwatches (other) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported electric wristwatches (other) worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 258 tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric wristwatches (other) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Switzerland (2%) and the United States (2%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 196% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric wristwatches (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.50 per kg in 2024, 87% below the world average of $96.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric wristwatches (other) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.7 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, a fall of 72%. The peak was 2019 at $13.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export electric wristwatches (other)?
Yes. South Africa exported $528 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mauritius, Namibia and Switzerland. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric wristwatches (other)?
The HS code for electric wristwatches (other) is subheading 9102.19. 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?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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