Manual watch movements exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported manual watch movements worth $3.9 million (4 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 75 countries. That is 52% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.5 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 | $3.9M | 4 t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 2 t |
| 2022 | $9.5M | 3 t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 1 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 1 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 4 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 8 t |
| 2017 | $988K | 3 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports manual watch movements to
One buyer market dominates: Hong Kong accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+517% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $2.4M | 62% |
| Macao | $524K | 14% |
| United States | $207K | 5.3% |
| Switzerland | $189K | 4.9% |
| Poland | $184K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $110K | 2.8% |
| Gibraltar | $61K | 1.6% |
| Oman | $30K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $29K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $23K | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $902.77 per kg, 546% above the world average of $139.82. 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.
Manual watch movements imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $2.4 million of manual watch movements in 2024 (9 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 132 countries. Switzerland alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+333% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.3M | 54% |
| China | $276K | 12% |
| Netherlands | $208K | 8.6% |
| Bulgaria | $175K | 7.3% |
| Italy | $175K | 7.3% |
| United States | $79K | 3.3% |
| France | $53K | 2.2% |
| Japan | $42K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $32K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $21K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom manual watch movements exports (HS 9108.90): 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 9108.90: Watch movements: complete and assembled, not automatic winding or electrically operated.
Common questions
What is the value of manual watch movements exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported manual watch movements worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 75 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 52% on 2023.
Which countries buy manual watch movements from the United Kingdom?
Hong Kong was the largest buyer with 62% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Macao (14%) and the United States (5%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 41 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 517% on the year.
What is the average export price of manual watch movements per kg?
The average declared export value was about $902.77 per kg in 2024, 546% above the world average of $139.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of manual watch movements from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $988 thousand in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 293%. The peak was 2022 at $9.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import manual watch movements?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Switzerland, China and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for manual watch movements?
The HS code for manual watch movements is subheading 9108.90. 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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