Electric watch movements imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported electric watch movements worth $7.9 million (6 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 155 countries. That is 16% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $7.9M | 6 t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 5 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 4 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 15 t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 9 t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 7 t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 7 t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 29 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports electric watch movements from
Switzerland alone supplied 67% of it. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $5.3M | 67% |
| Hong Kong | $1.5M | 19% |
| Japan | $338K | 4.3% |
| Vietnam | $274K | 3.5% |
| Thailand | $145K | 1.8% |
| Croatia | $141K | 1.8% |
| China | $95K | 1.2% |
| United States | $84K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $26K | 0.3% |
| France | $11K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,442.04 per kg, 1295% above the world average of $103.36. 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.
Electric watch movements exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of electric watch movements by the United Kingdom reached $2.5 million in 2024 (96 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Hong Kong (27%), United States (23%), Netherlands (14%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+173% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $682K | 27% |
| United States | $587K | 23% |
| Netherlands | $357K | 14% |
| Malaysia | $237K | 9.3% |
| Switzerland | $189K | 7.4% |
| Macao | $182K | 7.1% |
| Nigeria | $178K | 7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $34K | 1.3% |
| Austria | $28K | 1.1% |
| France | $24K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom electric watch movements imports (HS 9108.11): 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 9108.11: Watch movements: complete and assembled, electrically operated, with mechanical display only or with a device to which a mechanical display can be incorporated.
Common questions
What is the value of electric watch movements imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported electric watch movements worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 155 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric watch movements to the United Kingdom?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Hong Kong (19%) and Japan (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 18% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric watch movements per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,442.04 per kg in 2024, 1295% above the world average of $103.36 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric watch movements to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export electric watch movements?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, the United States and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $5.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric watch movements?
The HS code for electric watch movements is subheading 9108.11. 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?
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