Price for Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered in South Africa - 2024

Contents:

  1. Price for Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered in South Africa (CIF) - 2022
  2. Price for Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered in South Africa (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered in South Africa
  4. Exports of Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered in South Africa

Price for Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered in South Africa (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; battery or accumulator powereds amounted to $16 per unit, jumping by 31% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 84% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($169 per unit), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) ($0.4 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+11.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered in South Africa (FOB) - 2022

The average export price for pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; battery or accumulator powereds stood at $15 per unit in 2022, shrinking by -33.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 448% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $110 per unit. From 2021 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Swaziland ($25 per unit), while the average price for exports to Botswana ($14 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Swaziland (-6.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered in South Africa

In 2022, approx. 27K units of pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; battery or accumulator powereds were imported into South Africa; with an increase of 11% on 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, recorded a precipitous slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. Imports peaked at 111K units in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, imports of pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; battery or accumulator powereds skyrocketed to $422K in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a dramatic slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 59%. Imports peaked at $847K in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Import of Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China397154247320-6.9%
Switzerland3.10.82.586.0202.7%
Hong Kong SAR1737.90.41.4-79.9%
Taiwan (Chinese)N/A0.50.10.826.5%
Australia33.00.228.3N/A-7.4%
Others24219.312.113.5-61.8%
Total847182291422-20.7%

Top Suppliers of Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered to South Africa in 2022:

  1. China (23.8K units)
  2. Taiwan (Chinese) (1.8K units)
  3. Switzerland (0.5K units)
  4. Hong Kong SAR (0.3K units)

Exports of Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered in South Africa

For the fourth consecutive year, South Africa recorded growth in overseas shipments of pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; battery or accumulator powereds, which increased by 105% to 2.2K units in 2022. Overall, exports posted a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, exports of pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; battery or accumulator powereds skyrocketed to $34K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 513% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $72K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports of remained at a lower figure.

Export of Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered in South Africa (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Namibia3.44.06.729.0104.3%
Swaziland1.73.810.01.6-2.0%
Botswana3.63.05.21.3-28.8%
Zimbabwe2.60.40.10.2-57.5%
Others0.561.12.71.750.4%
Total11.872.224.833.942.2%

Top Export Markets for Pocket Watches and Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches; Battery or Accumulator Powered from South Africa in 2022:

  1. Namibia (1961.0 units)
  2. Botswana (93.0 units)
  3. Swaziland (65.0 units)
  4. Zimbabwe (11.0 units)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

Store
Blog
Event
South Africa - Plastic or Non-Precious Metal Watches - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 196

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for plastic or non-precious metal watch in South Africa.

South Africa - Watches - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 898

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the watch market in South Africa.

South Africa - Methyloxirane (Propylene Oxide) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 518

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the propylene oxide market in South Africa.

South Africa - Spices Except Pepper or Ginger - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 17, 2024
Eye 95

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for spices except pepper or ginger in South Africa.

World - Plastic or Non-Precious Metal Watches - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 211

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for plastic or non-precious metal watch.

World - Watches - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 2590

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global watch market.

World - Methyloxirane (Propylene Oxide) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 921

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global propylene oxide market.

World - Spices Except Pepper or Ginger - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jul 17, 2024
Eye 69

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for spices except pepper or ginger.

South Africa - Plastic or Non-Precious Metal Watches - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 196

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for plastic or non-precious metal watch in South Africa.

World - Plastic or Non-Precious Metal Watches - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
$599
Jul 1, 2024
Eye 211

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for plastic or non-precious metal watch.

South African Watch Price Drops by 12% to $2.7 per Unit
Aug 13, 2023
Eye 393

In May 2023, the Watch price in South Africa stood at $2.7 per unit (CIF), showing a decrease of -12.2% compared to the previous month.

Top Import Markets for Plastic or Non-Precious Metal Watches
Jan 9, 2024
Eye 238

Explore the top import markets for plastic or non-precious metal watches in the world. Discover key statistics and import values of these markets. Learn how the demand for affordable and stylish watches drives the global import market.

The Largest Import Markets for Watches
Jan 24, 2024
Eye 314

Explore the top import markets for watches worldwide, including Hong Kong SAR, the United States, China, France, Germany, Japan, Singapore, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates. Discover key statistics and market insights.

Watch Market Report 2022: Trends and Brands
Jun 25, 2022
Eye 1664

The continued rise in popularity of smartwatches is having a major impact on the watch market. 

Which Country Imports the Most Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches, Stop-Watches and Other Watches in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
Eye 3070

In value terms, wrist-watches, pocket-watches, stop-watches and other watches imports stood at $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a prominent increase from 2007 to 2016: the total imports value decre...

Which Country Imports the Most Watch Straps, Watch Bands, Watch Bracelets and Parts Thereof in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
Eye 621

In value terms, watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets and parts thereof imports totaled $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a remarkable expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total imports value decrea...

Which Country Imports the Most Watch Cases and Parts Thereof in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
Eye 680

In value terms, watch cases and parts thereof imports totaled $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a remarkable increase from 2007 to 2016: the total imports value increased at an average annual rate ...

Which Country Imports the Most Complete, Unassembled Watch and Clock Movements in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
Eye 774

In value terms, complete, unassembled watch and clock movements imports stood at $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a temperate expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total imports value increased at an a...

Which Country Imports the Most Watch Movements in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
Eye 857

In value terms, watch movements imports totaled $X in 2016. Overall, watch movements imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Global watch movements import peaked of $X in X>

Which Country Exports the Most Watch Straps, Watch Bands, Watch Bracelets and Parts Thereof in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
Eye 680

In value terms, watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets and parts thereof exports stood at $X in 2016. In general, watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets and parts thereof exports continue to ...

Free Data: Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; battery or accumulator powered - South Africa