HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9102.91 – Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, electrically operated
HS code 9102.91 is the 6-digit subheading for pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches, (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, electrically operated. It is used for quartz pocket watch (stainless steel), nurse's fob watch (electric), digital stopwatch (non-wrist), quartz desk clock (non-precious metal) and commemorative quartz pocket watch (base metal).
What HS 9102.91 covers
This HS code covers electrically operated (typically quartz) pocket watches, pendant watches, and other non-wrist watches, where the case is not made of precious metal. This category includes more functional or affordable versions of non-wrist timepieces, such as standard quartz pocket watches, nurse's watches, or specialized timing devices. These are traded by general merchandise retailers, uniform suppliers, and electronics stores. Their appeal lies in their accuracy, low maintenance, and affordability compared to mechanical counterparts. The trade is often high-volume, focusing on utility and cost-effectiveness. Importers and exporters typically source from manufacturers in Asia, distributing to a broad consumer base.
- Covers
- Quartz pocket watch (stainless steel)
- Nurse's fob watch (electric)
- Digital stopwatch (non-wrist)
- Quartz desk clock (non-precious metal)
- Commemorative quartz pocket watch (base metal)
- Examples
- Casio digital stopwatch
- Timex quartz pocket watch
- various unbranded nurse's fob watches
- Seiko quartz desk clock
Codes often confused with 9102.91
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 910191 (electrically operated pocket watches with precious metal cases) or mechanical pocket watches (910199 or 910299, if it existed). The key is electrical operation and non-precious metal casing.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 910291, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 910291 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, 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 China $15M 20% of world exports
- 2 Switzerland $7.2M 9.8% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $6.9M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $73M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $8.7M 11% of world imports
- 2 Spain $8.3M 11% of world imports
- 3 Slovakia $7.9M 10% of world imports
World total: $76M 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 9102.91
Brazil does not split HS 9102.91: its NCM code is 9102.91.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 91.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9102.91
What is HS code 910291?
HS code 910291 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, electrically operated. This HS code covers electrically operated (typically quartz) pocket watches, pendant watches, and other non-wrist watches, where the case is not made of precious metal. This category includes more functional or affordable versions of non-wrist timepieces, such as standard quartz pocket watches, nurse's watches, or specialized timing devices. These are traded by general merchandise retailers, uniform suppliers, and electronics stores. Their appeal lies in their accuracy, low maintenance, and affordability compared to mechanical counterparts. The trade is often high-volume, focusing on utility and cost-effectiveness. Importers and exporters typically source from manufacturers in Asia, distributing to a broad consumer base.
What products fall under HS code 910291?
Quartz pocket watch (stainless steel), Nurse's fob watch (electric), Digital stopwatch (non-wrist), Quartz desk clock (non-precious metal), Commemorative quartz pocket watch (base metal)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 910291?
This code is often confused with 910191 (electrically operated pocket watches with precious metal cases) or mechanical pocket watches (910199 or 910299, if it existed). The key is electrical operation and non-precious metal casing.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 910291?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 910291 in UN Comtrade data were China ($15M, 20% of world exports), Switzerland ($7.2M) and Hong Kong ($6.9M). World exports came to about $73M, 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 910291?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 910291 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($8.7M, 11% of world imports), Spain ($8.3M) and Slovakia ($7.9M). World imports came to about $76M, 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 910291 structured?
HS code 910291 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 910291?
In Brazil, HS code 910291 is NCM 9102.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.