Fabric watch straps imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $16.1 million of fabric watch straps in 2024 (252 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $16.1M | 252 t |
| 2023 | $16.3M | 182 t |
| 2022 | $10.9M | 148 t |
| 2021 | $10.1M | 149 t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 69 t |
| 2019 | $19.1M | 110 t |
| 2018 | $10.0M | 94 t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 33 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports fabric watch straps from
The largest suppliers were Switzerland (37%), China (23%), France (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $6.0M | 37% |
| China | $3.8M | 23% |
| France | $2.1M | 13% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 8.8% |
| Hong Kong | $1.1M | 6.7% |
| Netherlands | $856K | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | $193K | 1.2% |
| United States | $114K | 0.7% |
| India | $106K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $87K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $64.05 per kg, 41% below the world average of $108.17, 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.
Fabric watch straps exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported fabric watch straps worth $276 thousand (6 tonnes). Most of it went to Switzerland (31%), Kuwait (17%), Germany (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+472% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $85K | 31% |
| Kuwait | $47K | 17% |
| Germany | $38K | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $23K | 8.4% |
| Georgia | $22K | 7.9% |
| Bahrain | $11K | 3.9% |
| Qatar | $6K | 2.3% |
| Seychelles | $5K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $4K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates fabric watch straps imports (HS 9113.90): 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 9113.90: Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets, and parts thereof: n.e.c. in heading no. 9113.
Common questions
What is the value of fabric watch straps imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported fabric watch straps worth $16.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 252 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 198 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply fabric watch straps to the United Arab Emirates?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by China (23%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 25% on the year.
What is the average import price of fabric watch straps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $64.05 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $108.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fabric watch straps to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $16.1 million in 2024, an increase of 163%. The peak was 2019 at $19.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export fabric watch straps?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $276 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, Kuwait and Germany. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $15.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for fabric watch straps?
The HS code for fabric watch straps is subheading 9113.90. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9113 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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