Automatic luxury wristwatches imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported automatic luxury wristwatches worth $588.4 million (21 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 177 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $588.4M | 21 t |
| 2023 | $544.6M | 32 t |
| 2022 | $515.6M | 34 t |
| 2021 | $460.2M | 20 t |
| 2020 | $410.2M | 19 t |
| 2019 | $490.7M | 28 t |
| 2018 | $404.9M | 24 t |
| 2017 | $341.4M | 10 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports automatic luxury wristwatches from
One supplier dominates: Switzerland accounted for 96% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $563.6M | 96% |
| Italy | $4.4M | 0.8% |
| Greece | $3.1M | 0.5% |
| United States | $2.7M | 0.5% |
| France | $2.0M | 0.4% |
| Singapore | $2.0M | 0.3% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $1.5M | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $27,884.10 per kg, 35% below the world average of $43,218.32, 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.
Automatic luxury wristwatches exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of automatic luxury wristwatches by the United Kingdom reached $238.3 million in 2024 (11 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 118 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Hong Kong (42%), Switzerland (23%), Ireland (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+288% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $100.2M | 42% |
| Switzerland | $54.4M | 23% |
| Ireland | $23.7M | 10% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15.8M | 6.6% |
| United States | $14.4M | 6% |
| Spain | $5.6M | 2.3% |
| France | $4.9M | 2.1% |
| Qatar | $3.7M | 1.6% |
| Singapore | $3.4M | 1.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.2M | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom automatic luxury wristwatches imports (HS 9101.21): 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 9101.21: Wrist-watches: (not electrically operated), automatic winding, whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal.
Common questions
What is the value of automatic luxury wristwatches imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported automatic luxury wristwatches worth $588.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 177 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply automatic luxury wristwatches to the United Kingdom?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($563.6 million), followed by Italy (1%) and Greece (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 373% on the year.
What is the average import price of automatic luxury wristwatches per kg?
The average declared import value was about $27,884.10 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $43,218.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of automatic luxury wristwatches to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $341.4 million in 2017 to $588.4 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $469.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export automatic luxury wristwatches?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $238.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Switzerland and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $350.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for automatic luxury wristwatches?
The HS code for automatic luxury wristwatches is subheading 9101.21. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9101 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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