Section XVIII · Instruments & Clocks · Chapter 91
Clocks and watches and parts thereof
About chapter 91
Chapter 91 covers clocks and watches and parts thereof: timepieces of every kind, classified largely by movement type (mechanical vs. electronic) and case material.
Classification tip: Watch case material (precious metal versus base metal) and movement type both affect the subheading, and precious-metal watch cases can additionally fall under hallmarking rules in some import markets.
48 six-digit codes
Wrist-watches, pocket-watches, stop-watches and other watches; with case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal
6 codes9101.11Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, with case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal, with mechanical display only9101.19Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, with case of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal, without mechanical display9101.21Wrist-watches; (not electrically operated), automatic winding, whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal9101.29Wrist-watches; (not electrically operated), (not automatic winding), whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal9101.91Pocket-watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), with case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal, electrically operated9101.99Pocket-watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), with case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal, not electrically operated
Wrist-watches, pocket-watches, stop-watches and other watches, other than those of heading no. 9101
7 codes9102.11Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) with mechanical display only9102.12Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) with opto-electronic display only9102.19Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) without mechanical or opto-electronic display9102.21Wrist-watches; whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, with automatic winding9102.29Wrist-watches; whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, with other than automatic winding9102.91Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, electrically operated9102.99Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, other than electrically operated
Clocks; with watch movements, excluding clocks of heading no. 9104
2 codes9103.10Clocks; with watch movements, electrically operated, excluding clocks of heading no. 91049103.90Clocks; with watch movements, other than electrically operated, excluding clocks of heading no. 9104
Instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type for vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels
1 code9104.00Clocks; instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type for vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels
Clocks, other, n.e.c.
6 codes9105.11Clocks; (excluding those with watch movements and instrument panel clocks), alarm clocks, electrically operated9105.19Clocks; (excluding those with watch movements and instrument panel clocks), alarm clocks, other than electrically operated9105.21Clocks; (excluding those with watch movements and instrument panel clocks), wall clocks, electrically operated9105.29Clocks; (excluding those with watch movements and instrument panel clocks), wall clocks, other than electrically operated9105.91Clocks; (excluding those with watch movements and instrument panel clocks), (other than alarm or wall clocks), electrically operated9105.99Clocks; (excluding those with watch movements and instrument panel clocks), other than alarm or wall clocks, other than electrically operated
Time of day recording apparatus and apparatus for measuring, recording or otherwise indicating intervals of time, with clock, watch movement or synchronous motor
2 codes9106.10Time recording apparatus; time-registers, time recorders, with clock, watch movement or synchronous motor9106.90Time recording apparatus; with clock or watch movement or with synchronous motor, n.e.c. in heading no. 9106
Time switches; with clock, watch movement or synchronous motor
1 code9107.00Time switches; with clock, watch movement or synchronous motor
Watch movements; complete and assembled
5 codes9108.11Watch movements; complete and assembled, electrically operated, with mechanical display only or with a device to which a mechanical display can be incorporated9108.12Watch movements; complete and assembled, electrically operated, by means of solar cells, with opto-electronic display9108.19Watch movements; complete and assembled, electrically operated, by means of solar cells, without mechanical display or device including such or opto-electronic display9108.20Watch movements; complete and assembled, with automatic winding9108.90Watch movements; complete and assembled, not automatic winding or electrically operated
Clock movements; complete and assembled
2 codes9109.10Clock movements; complete and assembled, electrically operated9109.90Clock movements; complete and assembled, other than electrically operated
Watch or clock movements, complete, unassembled or partly assembled (movement sets); incomplete watch or clock movements, assembled; rough watch or clock movements
4 codes9110.11Watches; complete movements, unassembled or partly assembled (movement sets)9110.12Watches; incomplete movements, assembled9110.19Watches; rough movements9110.90Clocks; movements, whether or not complete, incomplete, assembled or unassembled
Watch cases and parts thereof
4 codes9111.10Watch cases; of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal9111.20Watch cases; of base metal, whether or not gold-plated or silver-plated9111.80Watch cases; n.e.c. in heading no. 91119111.90Watch cases and parts thereof
Clock cases and cases of a similar type for other goods of this chapter and parts thereof
2 codes9112.20Clock cases and similar cases for other goods of chapter 91; other than watch cases9112.90Clock cases and similar cases for other goods of chapter 91; other than watch cases, parts thereof
Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets and parts thereof
3 codes9113.10Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets, and parts thereof; of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal9113.20Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets, and parts thereof; of base metal, whether or not gold- or silver-plated9113.90Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets, and parts thereof; n.e.c. in heading no. 9113
Clock or watch parts; n.e.c. in chapter 91
3 codes9114.30Clock or watch parts; dials9114.40Clock or watch parts; plates and bridges9114.90Clock or watch parts; other than springs (including hair-springs), dials, plates, and bridges
More chapters in section XVIII: Instruments & Clocks
Codes and descriptions follow the WCO six-digit Harmonized System nomenclature. National tariff schedules extend these to 8–13 digits and set the actual duty rate, so confirm the full code for your destination country with your customs broker before filing. To copy a code, hover a row and use the copy button; every code has 9101-style dot notation ready for your commercial invoice.
Chapter 91 FAQ
What does HS code chapter 91 cover?
Chapter 91 of the Harmonized System covers: clocks and watches and parts thereof. It belongs to section XVIII (Instruments & Clocks) and contains 14 four-digit headings, 9101–9114.
How many HS codes are in chapter 91?
Chapter 91 contains 14 four-digit headings and 48 six-digit subheadings. Countries subdivide these further (8–13 digits) in their national tariff schedules, so the full national count is larger.
Is HS code 9101 the same in every country?
Yes. The six-digit level of every code in this chapter is harmonised by the World Customs Organization and identical in all member countries. Digits beyond the sixth (for example the US 10-digit HTS or the EU 8-digit CN) are national and set the actual duty rate.
How do I choose the right code within chapter 91?
Work from the four-digit heading down: pick the heading that best matches your product, then the six-digit subheading that matches its material, form or processing. If two codes seem to fit, customs rules (the General Rules of Interpretation) decide, and when in doubt, confirm with your customs broker before filing.