Metal watch straps imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $9.7 million of metal watch straps in 2024 (32 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 7% from 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 | $9.7M | 32 t |
| 2023 | $10.4M | 41 t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 30 t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 43 t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 37 t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 43 t |
| 2018 | $8.9M | 42 t |
| 2017 | $8.8M | 72 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports metal watch straps from
One supplier dominates: Switzerland accounted for 58% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $5.6M | 58% |
| China | $3.1M | 32% |
| Germany | $199K | 2.1% |
| France | $183K | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $129K | 1.3% |
| United States | $99K | 1% |
| Hong Kong | $87K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $86K | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $54K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $303.05 per kg, 87% above the world average of $162.41. 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.
Metal watch straps exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $4.8 million of metal watch straps in 2024 (109 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Switzerland (41%), Hong Kong (29%), Netherlands (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.9M | 41% |
| Hong Kong | $1.4M | 29% |
| Netherlands | $429K | 9% |
| Czech Republic | $221K | 4.6% |
| United States | $211K | 4.4% |
| Ireland | $123K | 2.6% |
| Macao | $86K | 1.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $51K | 1.1% |
| New Zealand | $49K | 1% |
| Germany | $26K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom metal watch straps imports (HS 9113.20): 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 9113.20: Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets, and parts thereof: of base metal, whether or not gold- or silver-plated.
Common questions
What is the value of metal watch straps imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported metal watch straps worth $9.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 185 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal watch straps to the United Kingdom?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by China (32%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal watch straps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $303.05 per kg in 2024, 87% above the world average of $162.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal watch straps to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.8 million in 2017 to $9.7 million in 2024, an increase of 11%. The peak was 2023 at $10.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export metal watch straps?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, Hong Kong and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal watch straps?
The HS code for metal watch straps is subheading 9113.20. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9113 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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