Automatic watch movements exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported automatic watch movements worth $14.9 million (2 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 74 countries for exports of this product. That is 52% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $31.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.9M | 2 t |
| 2023 | $30.9M | 4 t |
| 2022 | $26.6M | 2 t |
| 2021 | $31.0M | 4 t |
| 2020 | $14.4M | 6 t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 5 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 6 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 5 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports automatic watch movements to
One buyer market dominates: Hong Kong accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $8.2M | 55% |
| Switzerland | $3.3M | 22% |
| Macao | $948K | 6.3% |
| United States | $873K | 5.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $658K | 4.4% |
| Netherlands | $402K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $97K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $93K | 0.6% |
| Singapore | $57K | 0.4% |
| Gibraltar | $52K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $8,304.56 per kg, 264% above the world average of $2,281.38. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Automatic watch movements imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of automatic watch movements by the United Kingdom reached $8.6 million in 2024 (2 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 136 countries for imports of this product. One supplier dominates: Switzerland accounted for 86% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $7.4M | 86% |
| China | $627K | 7.3% |
| Japan | $327K | 3.8% |
| United States | $89K | 1% |
| France | $42K | 0.5% |
| Australia | $31K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $29K | 0.3% |
| Malaysia | $24K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $23K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $10K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom automatic watch movements exports (HS 9108.20): 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 9108.20: Watch movements: complete and assembled, with automatic winding.
Common questions
What is the value of automatic watch movements exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported automatic watch movements worth $14.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 74 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 52% on 2023.
Which countries buy automatic watch movements from the United Kingdom?
Hong Kong was the largest buyer with 55% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by Switzerland (22%) and Macao (6%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 39 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 194% on the year.
What is the average export price of automatic watch movements per kg?
The average declared export value was about $8,304.56 per kg in 2024, 264% above the world average of $2,281.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of automatic watch movements from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $14.9 million in 2024, an increase of 521%. The peak was 2021 at $31.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import automatic watch movements?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $8.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Switzerland, China and Japan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for automatic watch movements?
The HS code for automatic watch movements is subheading 9108.20. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9108 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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