Metal watch straps imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of metal watch straps by the United States reached $59.5 million in 2024 (360 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 185 countries. That is 34% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $59.5M | 360 t |
| 2023 | $44.4M | 337 t |
| 2022 | $44.3M | 305 t |
| 2021 | $41.4M | 232 t |
| 2020 | $30.4M | 149 t |
| 2019 | $32.1M | 152 t |
| 2018 | $27.7M | 70 t |
| 2017 | $27.2M | 61 t |
Where the United States imports metal watch straps from
China alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $39.0M | 66% |
| Switzerland | $17.1M | 29% |
| Germany | $879K | 1.5% |
| France | $824K | 1.4% |
| Taiwan | $321K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $211K | 0.4% |
| India | $206K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $180K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $176K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $173K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $165.40 per kg, close to the world average of $162.41.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal watch straps exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported metal watch straps worth $2.0 million (16 tonnes). Most of it went to Mexico (17%), Austria (14%), Hong Kong (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $339K | 17% |
| Austria | $294K | 14% |
| Hong Kong | $289K | 14% |
| Canada | $177K | 8.7% |
| United Kingdom | $99K | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $82K | 4% |
| India | $71K | 3.5% |
| Bahamas | $64K | 3.1% |
| Thailand | $62K | 3.1% |
| Australia | $50K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 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 States?
The United States imported metal watch straps worth $59.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 360 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 185 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal watch straps to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($39.0 million), followed by Switzerland (29%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 155% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal watch straps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $165.40 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $162.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal watch straps to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.2 million in 2017 to $59.5 million in 2024, an increase of 119%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $38.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export metal watch straps?
Yes. The United States exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Austria and Hong Kong. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $57.5 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.
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