Electric wristwatches imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported electric wristwatches worth $319.4 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 209 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $319.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $315.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $294.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $248.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $206.6M | 832 t |
| 2019 | $315.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $308.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $269.7M | 365 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports electric wristwatches from
The largest suppliers were Switzerland (49%), Hong Kong (18%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $157.2M | 49% |
| Hong Kong | $58.2M | 18% |
| China | $35.5M | 11% |
| United States | $16.2M | 5.1% |
| France | $13.1M | 4.1% |
| Ireland | $8.9M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $7.6M | 2.4% |
| India | $3.1M | 1% |
| Philippines | $2.4M | 0.8% |
| Lebanon | $2.3M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $174.85 per kg, close to the world average of $147.57.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electric wristwatches exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $13.5 million of electric wristwatches in 2024 (89 tonnes). Hong Kong alone took 72% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $9.7M | 72% |
| Switzerland | $1.6M | 12% |
| Qatar | $247K | 1.8% |
| India | $243K | 1.8% |
| Israel | $228K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $208K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $176K | 1.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $158K | 1.2% |
| France | $128K | 0.9% |
| Malaysia | $123K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates 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 the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported electric wristwatches worth $319.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 209 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric wristwatches to the United Arab Emirates?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($157.2 million), followed by Hong Kong (18%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 274% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric wristwatches per kg?
The average declared import value was about $174.85 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $147.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electric wristwatches to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $269.7 million in 2017 to $319.4 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $284.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export electric wristwatches?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $13.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Switzerland and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $305.9 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?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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