Time recording devices imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of time recording devices by the United States reached $32.6 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 205 countries. Value fell 4% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $41.5 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 | $32.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $34.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $36.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $35.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $31.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $37.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $41.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $36.1M | 3.3K t |
Where the United States imports time recording devices from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+115% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $17.6M | 54% |
| Canada | $5.9M | 18% |
| Indonesia | $2.3M | 7% |
| Taiwan | $1.7M | 5.1% |
| Tunisia | $817K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $544K | 1.7% |
| Mexico | $504K | 1.6% |
| New Zealand | $358K | 1.1% |
| Cambodia | $355K | 1.1% |
| Switzerland | $321K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.67 per kg, 62% below the world average of $49.36, 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.
Time recording devices exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported time recording devices worth $16.8 million (114 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 122 countries. Most of it went to United Kingdom (15%), Canada (11%), Turkey (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.5M | 15% |
| Canada | $1.9M | 11% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 6.4% |
| Japan | $888K | 5.3% |
| Germany | $850K | 5.1% |
| Israel | $802K | 4.8% |
| South Korea | $800K | 4.8% |
| France | $714K | 4.3% |
| Mexico | $706K | 4.2% |
| Australia | $656K | 3.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States time recording devices imports (HS 9106.90): 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 9106.90: Time recording apparatus: with clock or watch movement or with synchronous motor, n.e.c. in heading no. 9106.
Common questions
What is the value of time recording devices imported by the United States?
The United States imported time recording devices worth $32.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 205 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply time recording devices to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($17.6 million), followed by Canada (18%) and Indonesia (7%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. New Zealand grew fastest among the top ten, up 154% on the year.
What is the average import price of time recording devices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.67 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $49.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of time recording devices to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.1 million in 2017 to $32.6 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2018 at $41.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export time recording devices?
Yes. The United States exported $16.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Canada and Turkey. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $15.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for time recording devices?
The HS code for time recording devices is subheading 9106.90. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9106 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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