Digital wristwatches imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported digital wristwatches worth $67.3 million (312 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 198 countries for imports of this product. That is 119% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $85.9 million.
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 | $67.3M | 312 t |
| 2023 | $30.8M | 338 t |
| 2022 | $57.6M | 337 t |
| 2021 | $85.9M | 344 t |
| 2020 | $66.9M | 269 t |
| 2019 | $48.5M | 331 t |
| 2018 | $41.5M | 303 t |
| 2017 | $45.1M | 424 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports digital wristwatches from
One supplier dominates: Vietnam accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+609% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $38.0M | 57% |
| China | $17.0M | 25% |
| Hong Kong | $4.7M | 7% |
| Switzerland | $2.0M | 3% |
| Thailand | $1.3M | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $1.1M | 1.7% |
| Japan | $651K | 1% |
| Singapore | $358K | 0.5% |
| United States | $333K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $306K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $215.52 per kg, 130% above the world average of $93.86. 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.
Digital wristwatches exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported digital wristwatches worth $6.0 million (15 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (35%), France (13%), Germany (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Macao grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2.1M | 35% |
| France | $759K | 13% |
| Germany | $498K | 8.3% |
| United States | $418K | 7% |
| Switzerland | $329K | 5.5% |
| Hong Kong | $235K | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $219K | 3.7% |
| Macao | $216K | 3.6% |
| Greece | $206K | 3.4% |
| Cayman Isds | $168K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom digital wristwatches imports (HS 9102.12): 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 9102.12: Wrist-watches: electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) with opto-electronic display only.
Common questions
What is the value of digital wristwatches imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported digital wristwatches worth $67.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 312 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 198 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 119% on 2023.
Which countries supply digital wristwatches to the United Kingdom?
Vietnam was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($38.0 million), followed by China (25%) and Hong Kong (7%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 936% on the year.
What is the average import price of digital wristwatches per kg?
The average declared import value was about $215.52 per kg in 2024, 130% above the world average of $93.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of digital wristwatches to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $45.1 million in 2017 to $67.3 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2021 at $85.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $55.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export digital wristwatches?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $6.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, France and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $61.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for digital wristwatches?
The HS code for digital wristwatches is subheading 9102.12. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9102 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United Kingdom reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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