HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9101.91 – Pocket-watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), with case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal, electrically operated
HS code 9101.91 is the 6-digit subheading for pocket-watches and other watches, including stop-watches, (excluding wrist-watches), with case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal, electrically operated. It is used for gold-cased quartz pocket watch, platinum pendant watch (electric), silver-gilt desk clock (electric), precious metal stop-watch (electric) and commemorative gold pocket watch (electric).
What HS 9101.91 covers
This HS code covers electrically operated (typically quartz) pocket watches, pendant watches, and other non-wrist watches, where the case is made of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal. This is a niche market, often involving commemorative pieces, specialized professional instruments, or high-end fashion accessories that are not worn on the wrist. While 'electrically operated' often implies quartz movements, the precious metal case elevates these items into a luxury or collectible category. Importers and exporters include specialized jewelry stores, antique dealers, and luxury gift retailers. The trade volume is smaller compared to wristwatches, but the value per unit can be substantial due to the materials and craftsmanship.
- Covers
- Gold-cased quartz pocket watch
- Platinum pendant watch (electric)
- Silver-gilt desk clock (electric)
- Precious metal stop-watch (electric)
- Commemorative gold pocket watch (electric)
- Examples
- Tiffany & Co. quartz pocket watch (gold)
- Cartier 'Pasha' desk clock (silver-gilt, electric)
- various bespoke precious metal electric pocket watches
Codes often confused with 9101.91
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 910199 (mechanical precious metal pocket watches) or 910291 (electrically operated pocket watches without precious metal cases). The key is the combination of electrical operation and precious metal casing.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 910191, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 910191 in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 16% 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 $14M 38% of world exports
- 2 Singapore $5.4M 15% of world exports
- 3 Australia $3.8M 10% of world exports
World total: $36M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $7.6M 16% of world imports
- 2 Switzerland $6.1M 13% of world imports
- 3 Singapore $6.0M 13% of world imports
World total: $48M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 9101.91
Brazil does not split HS 9101.91: its NCM code is 9101.91.00.
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 9101.91
What is HS code 910191?
HS code 910191 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Pocket-watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), with case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal, electrically operated. This HS code covers electrically operated (typically quartz) pocket watches, pendant watches, and other non-wrist watches, where the case is made of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal. This is a niche market, often involving commemorative pieces, specialized professional instruments, or high-end fashion accessories that are not worn on the wrist. While 'electrically operated' often implies quartz movements, the precious metal case elevates these items into a luxury or collectible category. Importers and exporters include specialized jewelry stores, antique dealers, and luxury gift retailers. The trade volume is smaller compared to wristwatches, but the value per unit can be substantial due to the materials and craftsmanship.
What products fall under HS code 910191?
Gold-cased quartz pocket watch, Platinum pendant watch (electric), Silver-gilt desk clock (electric), Precious metal stop-watch (electric), Commemorative gold pocket watch (electric)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 910191?
This code is often confused with 910199 (mechanical precious metal pocket watches) or 910291 (electrically operated pocket watches without precious metal cases). The key is the combination of electrical operation and precious metal casing.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 910191?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 910191 in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($14M, 38% of world exports), Singapore ($5.4M) and Australia ($3.8M). World exports came to about $36M, 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 910191?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 910191 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($7.6M, 16% of world imports), Switzerland ($6.1M) and Singapore ($6.0M). World imports came to about $48M, 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 910191 structured?
HS code 910191 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 910191?
In Brazil, HS code 910191 is NCM 9101.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.