Electric watch movements imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $19.0 million of electric watch movements in 2024 (10 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 155 countries. That is 19% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
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 | $19.0M | 10 t |
| 2023 | $16.0M | 9 t |
| 2022 | $12.6M | 7 t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 5 t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 6 t |
| 2019 | $9.5M | 8 t |
| 2018 | $10.8M | 11 t |
| 2017 | $9.5M | 10 t |
Where the United States imports electric watch movements from
Switzerland alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+173% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $10.8M | 57% |
| Hong Kong | $7.1M | 37% |
| United Kingdom | $587K | 3.1% |
| Japan | $156K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $130K | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $94K | 0.5% |
| China | $75K | 0.4% |
| Thailand | $46K | 0.2% |
| India | $21K | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $9K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,983.66 per kg, 1819% 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 States
In 2024, the United States exported electric watch movements worth $3.9 million (331 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 75 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Switzerland (34%), Germany (12%), Mexico (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.3M | 34% |
| Germany | $462K | 12% |
| Mexico | $385K | 10% |
| Canada | $181K | 4.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $135K | 3.5% |
| Hong Kong | $126K | 3.3% |
| Nigeria | $114K | 3% |
| Oman | $84K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $84K | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $75K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 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 States?
The United States imported electric watch movements worth $19.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 155 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric watch movements to the United States?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by Hong Kong (37%) and the United Kingdom (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 451% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric watch movements per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,983.66 per kg in 2024, 1819% above the world average of $103.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric watch movements to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.5 million in 2017 to $19.0 million in 2024, an increase of 100%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export electric watch movements?
Yes. The United States exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, Germany and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $15.2 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.
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