Watch case parts imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $13.5 million of watch case parts in 2024 (27 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 143 countries. That is 17% more than in 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 | $13.5M | 27 t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 11 t |
| 2022 | $11.8M | 22 t |
| 2021 | $12.0M | 9 t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 9 t |
| 2019 | $9.3M | 6 t |
| 2018 | $9.1M | 5 t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 7 t |
Where the United States imports watch case parts from
One supplier dominates: Switzerland accounted for 72% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $9.7M | 72% |
| Canada | $2.2M | 17% |
| China | $1.0M | 7.7% |
| Hong Kong | $108K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $94K | 0.7% |
| France | $78K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $76K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $44K | 0.3% |
| India | $27K | 0.2% |
| Australia | $13K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $492.36 per kg, 45% above the world average of $339.13. 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.
Watch case parts exports from the United States
The United States exported $963 thousand of watch case parts in 2024 (1 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Switzerland accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+361% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $651K | 68% |
| India | $53K | 5.5% |
| Canada | $41K | 4.3% |
| France | $31K | 3.2% |
| Philippines | $19K | 2% |
| Hong Kong | $16K | 1.7% |
| Australia | $15K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $13K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $12K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $11K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States watch case parts imports (HS 9111.90): 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 9111.90: Watch cases and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of watch case parts imported by the United States?
The United States imported watch case parts worth $13.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 143 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply watch case parts to the United States?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($9.7 million), followed by Canada (17%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 323% on the year.
What is the average import price of watch case parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $492.36 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $339.13 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of watch case parts to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $13.5 million in 2024, an increase of 48%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export watch case parts?
Yes. The United States exported $963 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, India and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $12.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for watch case parts?
The HS code for watch case parts is subheading 9111.90. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9111 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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