Metal watch straps imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported metal watch straps worth $3.3 million (92 tonnes). Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $3.3M | 92 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 41 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 41 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 15 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 17 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 26 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 33 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 40 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports metal watch straps from
Most of the value came from Switzerland (45%), China (37%), Thailand (6%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+652% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.5M | 45% |
| China | $1.2M | 37% |
| Thailand | $196K | 6% |
| Hong Kong | $132K | 4.1% |
| France | $61K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $51K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $41K | 1.3% |
| Bahrain | $38K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $33K | 1% |
| Germany | $16K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $35.38 per kg, 78% below the world average of $162.41, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates metal watch straps imports (HS 9113.20): 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 9113.20: Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets, and parts thereof: of base metal, whether or not gold- or silver-plated.
Common questions
What is the value of metal watch straps imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported metal watch straps worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 92 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal watch straps to the United Arab Emirates?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by China (37%) and Thailand (6%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Bahrain grew fastest among the top ten, up 864% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal watch straps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $35.38 per kg in 2024, 78% below the world average of $162.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal watch straps to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 145%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal watch straps?
The HS code for metal watch straps is subheading 9113.20. 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.
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