HS Code 9111Watch cases and parts thereof
4 six-digit codes · Heading 11 of 14 in Chapter 91 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 9111 is the customs heading for the case that holds a watch, plus parts of that case. It is not the heading for a finished watch, a watch movement or a strap.
Goods answering to “Watch cases and parts thereof” split into 4 six-digit codes, 911110 through 911190. Each one carries its own customs description, and the exact wording below is what a classification has to match. The heading is number 11 of 14 in Chapter 91, Clocks and watches and parts thereof, which runs to 48 six-digit codes in all.
What HS code 9111 covers
Heading 9111 is about the outer shell of a watch. This is the part that wraps the movement and protects it. You may also see it called HSN code 9111 or HTS code 9111. The first six digits are the same in all of them, because they come from the WCO Harmonized System.
Chapter 91 belongs to Section XVIII, which groups instruments and clocks together. Customs officers use the heading to decide where a case belongs. Traders use it on invoices and shipping papers.
A case can be made of gold, steel, brass or another material. The material matters, because it decides which six-digit subheading you use.
How to choose the right 9111 subheading
Start with the material of the case. Then work down the steps below. Stop at the first step that fits your goods.
- Is the case made of precious metal, or of metal clad with precious metal? Use 911110. This is the code for precious metal watch cases, such as a solid gold case.
- Is the case made of base metal? Use 911120. It does not matter if the case is gold-plated or silver-plated. A gold-plated watch case in base metal goes here.
- Is it a watch case that fits neither of the two groups above? Use 911180. The wording "n.e.c." means "not elsewhere classified".
- Are you shipping parts of a watch case, or is the item not covered above? Use 911190.
What is not classified in 9111
Many buyers mix up 9111 with nearby headings. Here is the difference between HS 9111 and 9112. Heading 9111 is for watch cases.
A finished watch is not a case. Wrist-watches and pocket-watches go to 9101 if the case is precious metal or clad with it. Other watches go to 9102.
The working parts inside are also different. A watch strap, band or bracelet goes to 9113. Other clock or watch parts that are not named elsewhere in the chapter go to 9114.
If you are not sure, the HS code classifier can help you check your product before you file.
HS code 9111 import export data: who ships watch cases
Buyers of watch cases are often watch brands and assembly firms. Suppliers are often case makers and traders. To see who imports watch cases under HS 9111, you need shipment records, not a code list.
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Nearby headings in Chapter 91
- 9102Wrist-watches, pocket-watches, stop-watches and other watches, other than…7 codes
- 9103Clocks; with watch movements, excluding clocks of heading no. 91042 codes
- 9104Instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type for vehicles, aircraft…1 code
- 9105Clocks, other, n.e.c.6 codes
- 9106Time of day recording apparatus and apparatus for measuring, recording or…2 codes
- 9107Time switches; with clock, watch movement or synchronous motor1 code
- 9108Watch movements; complete and assembled5 codes
- 9109Clock movements; complete and assembled2 codes
- 9110Watch or clock movements, complete, unassembled or partly assembled (movement…4 codes
- 9112Clock cases and cases of a similar type for other goods of this chapter and…2 codes
- 9113Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets and parts thereof3 codes
- 9114Clock or watch parts; n.e.c. in chapter 913 codes
Who ships under 9111?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 4 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section XVIII: Optical, Photographic, Medical Instruments; Clocks, chapters 90–92.
HS Code 9111: common questions
What is HS code 9111?
It is part of Chapter 91, clocks and watches, in Section XVIII.
What is the HS code for gold or precious metal watch cases?
Use 911110.
What HS code is used for gold-plated or base metal watch cases?
Use 911120.
Which HS code covers watch case parts?
Use it for parts of a watch case.
What is the difference between HS 9111 and 9112?
Heading 9111 is for watch cases.
Are watch straps classified under 9111?
No. Watch straps, watch bands and watch bracelets belong to heading 9113.
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