Precious metal watch straps imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported precious metal watch straps worth $3.2 million (6 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 133 countries for imports of this product. That is 4% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $23.9 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 | $3.2M | 6 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 2 t |
| 2022 | $13.4M | 2 t |
| 2021 | $23.9M | 1 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 2 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 3 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 4 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 5 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports precious metal watch straps from
Switzerland alone supplied 80% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+311% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $2.6M | 80% |
| China | $288K | 8.9% |
| United States | $144K | 4.4% |
| France | $102K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $73K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.3% |
| Norway | $10K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $10K | 0.3% |
| Ireland | $9K | 0.3% |
| Malaysia | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $521.76 per kg, 70% below the world average of $1,726.15, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Precious metal watch straps exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of precious metal watch straps by the United Kingdom reached $3.0 million in 2024 (1 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 78 countries. The largest buyer markets were Hong Kong (45%), Switzerland (34%), Italy (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $1.3M | 45% |
| Switzerland | $1.0M | 34% |
| Italy | $171K | 5.7% |
| United States | $144K | 4.8% |
| France | $64K | 2.2% |
| Macao | $63K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $56K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $22K | 0.8% |
| Norway | $18K | 0.6% |
| Ireland | $17K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom precious metal watch straps imports (HS 9113.10): 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 9113.10: Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets, and parts thereof: of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal.
Common questions
What is the value of precious metal watch straps imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported precious metal watch straps worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 133 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply precious metal watch straps to the United Kingdom?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by China (9%) and the United States (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 944% on the year.
What is the average import price of precious metal watch straps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $521.76 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $1,726.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of precious metal watch straps to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2021 at $23.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export precious metal watch straps?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Switzerland and Italy. That compares with imports of $3.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for precious metal watch straps?
The HS code for precious metal watch straps is subheading 9113.10. 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?
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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