Watch plates imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of watch plates by the United States reached $2.2 million in 2024 (1 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 126 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 40% on 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 | $2.2M | 1 t |
| 2023 | $1.5M | 1 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 0 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 1 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 1 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 1 t |
| 2018 | $1.0M | 1 t |
| 2017 | $955K | 1 t |
Where the United States imports watch plates from
Switzerland alone supplied 69% of it. Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.5M | 69% |
| Australia | $246K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $182K | 8.4% |
| Denmark | $39K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $30K | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $30K | 1.4% |
| Japan | $28K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $27K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $22K | 1% |
| Mexico | $9K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,543.21 per kg, 1101% above the world average of $128.53. 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 plates exports from the United States
The United States exported $888 thousand of watch plates in 2024 (2 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 53 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Hong Kong (29%), Switzerland (26%), United Kingdom (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $257K | 29% |
| Switzerland | $233K | 26% |
| United Kingdom | $72K | 8.1% |
| Germany | $64K | 7.2% |
| Japan | $43K | 4.8% |
| France | $33K | 3.7% |
| Australia | $30K | 3.4% |
| Spain | $22K | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $22K | 2.4% |
| Taiwan | $13K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States watch plates imports (HS 9114.40): 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 9114.40: Clock or watch parts: plates and bridges.
Common questions
What is the value of watch plates imported by the United States?
The United States imported watch plates worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 126 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply watch plates to the United States?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Australia (11%) and the United Kingdom (8%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 295% on the year.
What is the average import price of watch plates per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,543.21 per kg in 2024, 1101% above the world average of $128.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of watch plates to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $955 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 126%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export watch plates?
Yes. The United States exported $888 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for watch plates?
The HS code for watch plates is subheading 9114.40. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9114 page.
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