Watch springs imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $7.1 million of watch springs in 2024 (86 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 24% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 92% 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 | $7.1M | 86 t |
| 2023 | $5.7M | 22 t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 45 t |
| 2021 | $119K | 12 t |
| 2020 | $60K | 3 t |
| 2019 | $36K | 1 t |
| 2018 | $80K | 8 t |
| 2017 | $75K | 5 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports watch springs from
The largest suppliers were Switzerland (44%), Hong Kong (23%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+471% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $3.1M | 44% |
| Hong Kong | $1.6M | 23% |
| Netherlands | $809K | 11% |
| Italy | $662K | 9.3% |
| China | $501K | 7% |
| France | $175K | 2.5% |
| Singapore | $76K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $33K | 0.5% |
| Kazakhstan | $24K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $22K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $82.48 per kg, 57% below the world average of $191.25, 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.
Watch springs exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of watch springs by the United Arab Emirates reached $492 thousand in 2024 (1 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Switzerland accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+286% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $395K | 80% |
| Netherlands | $36K | 7.2% |
| Malta | $10K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $10K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $6K | 1.2% |
| Malaysia | $5K | 0.9% |
| Bahrain | $4K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $3K | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates watch springs imports (HS 9114.10): 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 9114.10: Clock or watch parts: springs, including hairsprings.
Common questions
What is the value of watch springs imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported watch springs worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 86 tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 183 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply watch springs to the United Arab Emirates?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Hong Kong (23%) and the Netherlands (11%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 471% on the year.
What is the average import price of watch springs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $82.48 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $191.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of watch springs to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $75 thousand in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export watch springs?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $492 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, the Netherlands and Malta. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for watch springs?
The HS code for watch springs is subheading 9114.10. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9114 page.
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