Fabric watch straps imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fabric watch straps by the United States reached $122.6 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 198 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 6% 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 | $122.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $130.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $90.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $63.7M | 406 t |
| 2020 | $105.1M | 293 t |
| 2019 | $100.4M | 265 t |
| 2018 | $91.0M | 198 t |
| 2017 | $100.8M | 286 t |
Where the United States imports fabric watch straps from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 57% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $70.4M | 57% |
| Switzerland | $24.2M | 20% |
| France | $15.7M | 13% |
| Taiwan | $1.8M | 1.4% |
| Austria | $1.6M | 1.3% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 1.2% |
| Hungary | $800K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $791K | 0.7% |
| Israel | $711K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $702K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $84.28 per kg, 22% below the world average of $108.17, 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.
Fabric watch straps exports from the United States
Exports of fabric watch straps by the United States reached $13.4 million in 2024 (112 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (16%), Saint Maarten (8%), Aruba (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, Jamaica grew fastest (+249% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.1M | 16% |
| Saint Maarten | $1.0M | 7.7% |
| Aruba | $776K | 5.8% |
| Switzerland | $750K | 5.6% |
| Guatemala | $643K | 4.8% |
| Canada | $597K | 4.5% |
| Macao | $507K | 3.8% |
| Jamaica | $489K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $483K | 3.6% |
| Br. Virgin Isds | $466K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States fabric watch straps imports (HS 9113.90): 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 9113.90: Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets, and parts thereof: n.e.c. in heading no. 9113.
Common questions
What is the value of fabric watch straps imported by the United States?
The United States imported fabric watch straps worth $122.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 198 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply fabric watch straps to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($70.4 million), followed by Switzerland (20%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 67 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 45% on the year.
What is the average import price of fabric watch straps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $84.28 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $108.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fabric watch straps to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $100.8 million in 2017 to $122.6 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2023 at $130.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $100.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export fabric watch straps?
Yes. The United States exported $13.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Saint Maarten and Aruba. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $109.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for fabric watch straps?
The HS code for fabric watch straps is subheading 9113.90. 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 States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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