HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9101.11 – 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
HS code 9101.11 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for 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 and precious metal dress watches with quartz movements.
What HS 9101.11 covers
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.
- Covers
- 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
- 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)
Codes often confused with 9101.11
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 910111, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 910111 in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Switzerland $1.5B 43% of world exports
- 2 United States $564M 16% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $258M 7.4% of world exports
World total: $3.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Switzerland $347M 11% of world imports
- 2 France $267M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$219M 7.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $3.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 9101.11
Brazil does not split HS 9101.11: its NCM code is 9101.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 91.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9101.11
What is HS code 910111?
HS code 910111 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 910111?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 910111 in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($1.5B, 43% of world exports), the United States ($564M) and the United Kingdom ($258M). World exports came to about $3.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 910111?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 910111 in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($347M, 11% of world imports), France ($267M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $219M). World imports came to about $3.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 910111?
In Brazil, HS code 910111 is NCM 9101.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.