About HS Code 910212
This category includes electrically operated wristwatches (typically quartz) that feature an opto-electronic (digital) display, and whose cases are not made of precious metal. This covers a broad spectrum from basic digital watches and sports watches to many entry-level smartwatches that primarily function as timepieces with digital readouts. These watches are widely traded by electronics retailers, sports goods stores, and mass-market brands. Their appeal lies in their functionality, durability, and often, additional features like stopwatches, alarms, and backlights. The trade is characterized by high volume, competitive pricing, and rapid innovation in display technology and integrated features. Supply chains are often global, with manufacturing concentrated in Asia.
Products Under This Code
Casio G-Shock digital watch, Timex Ironman digital, Garmin Forerunner (basic models), Fitbit Charge (watch function), Suunto Core digital, Polar Ignite (watch function)
Real World Examples
Casio G-Shock DW-5600, Timex Ironman Classic, Garmin Forerunner 55, Fitbit Charge 5 (displaying time)
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with 910211 (analog display quartz watches) or with more advanced smartwatches classified under 8517.62 or 8517.69 if they have significant communication capabilities beyond basic timekeeping.
Products Classified Under 9102.12
Industry
This code belongs to the Instruments & Apparatus industry.
Trade Overview
China, Japan, Hong Kong, the USA, and Germany are leading countries in the trade of these digital display watches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 910212?
HS code 910212 covers: Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) with opto-electronic display only. This category includes electrically operated wristwatches (typically quartz) that feature an opto-electronic (digital) display, and whose cases are not made of precious metal. This covers a broad spectrum from basic digital watches and sports watches to many entry-level smartwatches that primarily function as timepieces with digital readouts. These watches are widely traded by electronics retailers, sports goods stores, and mass-market brands. Their appeal lies in their functionality, durability, and often, additional features like stopwatches, alarms, and backlights. The trade is characterized by high volume, competitive pricing, and rapid innovation in display technology and integrated features. Supply chains are often global, with manufacturing concentrated in Asia.
What products fall under HS code 910212?
Casio G-Shock digital watch, Timex Ironman digital, Garmin Forerunner (basic models), Fitbit Charge (watch function), Suunto Core digital, Polar Ignite (watch function)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 910212?
This code is often confused with 910211 (analog display quartz watches) or with more advanced smartwatches classified under 8517.62 or 8517.69 if they have significant communication capabilities beyond basic timekeeping.
How is HS code 910212 structured?
HS code 910212 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (91) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.