Luxury pocket watches exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $24.0 million of luxury pocket watches in 2024 (46 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 122 countries. That is 537% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average.
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 | $24.0M | 46 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 8 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 23 t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 45 t |
| 2020 | $7.4M | 43 t |
| 2019 | $7.2M | 29 t |
| 2018 | $8.9M | 39 t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 32 t |
Where the United States exports luxury pocket watches to
One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+328% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $16.5M | 69% |
| Switzerland | $4.4M | 18% |
| Bermuda | $1.4M | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $296K | 1.2% |
| Singapore | $166K | 0.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $145K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $109K | 0.5% |
| Colombia | $103K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $84K | 0.4% |
| Malaysia | $59K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $527.49 per kg, 819% above the world average of $57.39. 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.
Luxury pocket watches imports to the United States
Imports of luxury pocket watches by the United States reached $12.1 million in 2024 (6 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 170 countries. Most of the value came from Israel (25%), Switzerland (21%), Spain (17%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $3.1M | 25% |
| Switzerland | $2.5M | 21% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 17% |
| France | $1000K | 8.3% |
| United Kingdom | $728K | 6% |
| Malaysia | $439K | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $426K | 3.5% |
| Hong Kong | $311K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $239K | 2% |
| Greece | $236K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States luxury pocket watches exports (HS 9101.99): 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 9101.99: Pocket-watches and other watches, including stop-watches: (excluding wrist-watches), with case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal, not electrically operated.
Common questions
What is the value of luxury pocket watches exported by the United States?
The United States exported luxury pocket watches worth $24.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 46 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 122 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was up 537% on 2023.
Which countries buy luxury pocket watches from the United States?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 69% of the value ($16.5 million), followed by Switzerland (18%) and Bermuda (6%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 81 buyer countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 328% on the year.
What is the average export price of luxury pocket watches per kg?
The average declared export value was about $527.49 per kg in 2024, 819% above the world average of $57.39 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of luxury pocket watches from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $24.0 million in 2024, an increase of 325%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import luxury pocket watches?
Yes. The United States imported $12.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Israel, Switzerland and Spain. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for luxury pocket watches?
The HS code for luxury pocket watches is subheading 9101.99. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9101 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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