About HS Code 910111
This HS code covers luxury wrist-watches that are electrically operated, may or may not include a stop-watch function, feature a case made of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal, and importantly, have a mechanical display only (i.e., traditional hands). These watches represent a niche in the high-end market, blending modern quartz or electric movements with classic analog aesthetics and premium materials. Importers are typically luxury goods retailers, high-end jewelry stores, and specialized watch boutiques catering to affluent consumers. Exporters are often countries renowned for their watchmaking heritage and expertise in luxury craftsmanship. Key trade aspects include brand prestige, material value, precision engineering, and the enduring appeal of traditional watch design combined with reliable electrical timekeeping.
Products Under This Code
Luxury quartz watches with gold cases and analog hands, high-end fashion watches with platinum cases, designer watches with precious metal cases and traditional clock faces, precious metal dress watches with quartz movements
Real World Examples
Cartier Tank Quartz (gold case), Patek Philippe Calatrava Quartz (if mechanical display and precious metal case), Rolex Oysterquartz (if precious metal case and mechanical display), Omega De Ville Prestige Quartz (gold case)
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with purely mechanical watches (910112) if the 'electrically operated' aspect is missed, or with other precious metal watches (910119) if the 'mechanical display only' is overlooked.
Products Classified Under 9101.11
Industry
This code belongs to the Instruments & Apparatus industry.
Trade Overview
Switzerland, Japan, and France are leading exporters, while the USA, China, and Hong Kong are major importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 910111?
HS code 910111 covers: Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, with case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal, with mechanical display only. This HS code covers luxury wrist-watches that are electrically operated, may or may not include a stop-watch function, feature a case made of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal, and importantly, have a mechanical display only (i.e., traditional hands). These watches represent a niche in the high-end market, blending modern quartz or electric movements with classic analog aesthetics and premium materials. Importers are typically luxury goods retailers, high-end jewelry stores, and specialized watch boutiques catering to affluent consumers. Exporters are often countries renowned for their watchmaking heritage and expertise in luxury craftsmanship. Key trade aspects include brand prestige, material value, precision engineering, and the enduring appeal of traditional watch design combined with reliable electrical timekeeping.
What products fall under HS code 910111?
Luxury quartz watches with gold cases and analog hands, high-end fashion watches with platinum cases, designer watches with precious metal cases and traditional clock faces, precious metal dress watches with quartz movements
What are common misclassifications for HS code 910111?
This code can be confused with purely mechanical watches (910112) if the 'electrically operated' aspect is missed, or with other precious metal watches (910119) if the 'mechanical display only' is overlooked.
How is HS code 910111 structured?
HS code 910111 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (91) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.