Harmonized System Code Classification

The first two digits of the HS code "91" represent clocks and watches and their parts.

Specifically, this chapter covers the following:

• Various types of clocks and watches: Including mechanical clocks and watches, electronic clocks and watches, quartz clocks and watches, atomic clocks, etc.
• Timepieces: Tools used to measure time, such as wristwatches, wall clocks, desk clocks, alarm clocks, etc.
• Parts of clocks and watches: Various components used to manufacture or repair clocks and watches, such as movements, dials, cases, straps, hands, etc.

Reason for classification:

These items are classified under Chapter 91 because their main function is to measure time. Regardless of the technology used (mechanical, electronic, quartz, etc.), any item that is used to display or measure time falls within the scope of this chapter.

In short, the core of Chapter 91 is "time."

First four digits explanation:
9102

Classification Description: Wristwatches, pocket watches, and other watches, including stopwatches, excluding watches under heading 9101.

Meaning: This refers to all types of wristwatches, pocket watches, and other watches, but explicitly excludes watches under heading 9101.

Six-digit explanation:
HS Code: 9102.29

Classification: Wristwatches, pocket watches, and other watches, excluding those under heading 9101:

• Other watches, whether or not with a stopwatch function:
  • Other:
    • Watches with a movement containing no jewels or only one jewel:
      • Watches with straps, chains, or bracelets made of textile materials or base metals, whether or not plated with gold or silver:
        • Watches imported together with those under heading 9102.29.04, which may be classified under this heading according to the additional U.S. note 2 of this chapter, regardless of whether they are attached to these watches at the time of import.

Eight to ten-digit explanation:
HS code: 9102290200
Classification: Wristwatches, including stopwatches, excluding those under Chapter 9101: Other watches: Other: Watches with a movement containing no jewels or only one jewel: Wristwatches with straps, chains, or bracelets made of textile materials or base metals, whether or not plated with gold or silver: Watches imported together with those under subheading 9102.29.04, which may be classified under this subheading according to the additional U.S. note 2 of this chapter; all the above-mentioned watches, whether or not connected to these watches at the time of entry.

Examples of products:

• A simple analog wristwatch with a textile band and a basic mechanical movement.
• A quartz watch with a metal bracelet and no jewels in the movement.
• A vintage-style watch with a leather strap and a single jewel in the movement.
• A watch with a metal band and no jewels, imported together with a more complex watch under subheading 9102.29.04.
• A basic timepiece with a fabric strap and a simple movement, suitable for casual wear.