HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9103.10 – Clocks; with watch movements, electrically operated, excluding clocks of heading no. 9104
HS code 9103.10 is the 6-digit subheading for clocks, with watch movements, electrically operated, excluding clocks of heading no. 9104. It is used for electric desk clocks with watch movements, battery-operated mantel clocks, quartz travel clocks, digital display clocks with watch movements and electric alarm clocks with watch movements.
What HS 9103.10 covers
This category covers clocks that incorporate a 'watch movement' but are electrically operated, excluding those designed for vehicles (9104). These clocks typically feature more compact and precise mechanisms akin to those found in watches, but scaled for a desk, mantel, or table setting, powered by batteries or mains electricity. The international trade in these items involves manufacturers specializing in precision electronics and home decor, with significant exports from East Asia. Importers include consumer electronics retailers, department stores, and gift shops. Key aspects include their accuracy, often sleek design, and the convenience of electrical power, making them popular for modern home and office environments.
- Covers
- Electric desk clocks with watch movements
- Battery-operated mantel clocks
- Quartz travel clocks
- Digital display clocks with watch movements
- Electric alarm clocks with watch movements
- Examples
- Seiko QXA series desk clocks
- Citizen desk clocks
- Braun BC08
- AcuRite atomic clocks
- Rhythm electric mantel clocks
Codes often confused with 9103.10
Common mistake. Easily confused with 910511 (electrically operated alarm clocks) or 910591 (other electrically operated clocks) if the specific 'watch movement' characteristic is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 910310, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 910310 in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 10% 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 $5.7M 21% of world exports
- 2 Germany $3.4M 13% of world exports
- 3 China $3.0M 11% of world exports
World total: $27M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $4.3M 10% of world imports
- 2 France $3.2M 7.7% of world imports
- 3 Switzerland $3.0M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $41M 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 9103.10
Brazil does not split HS 9103.10: its NCM code is 9103.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 91.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9103.10
What is HS code 910310?
HS code 910310 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Clocks; with watch movements, electrically operated, excluding clocks of heading no. 9104. This category covers clocks that incorporate a 'watch movement' but are electrically operated, excluding those designed for vehicles (9104). These clocks typically feature more compact and precise mechanisms akin to those found in watches, but scaled for a desk, mantel, or table setting, powered by batteries or mains electricity. The international trade in these items involves manufacturers specializing in precision electronics and home decor, with significant exports from East Asia. Importers include consumer electronics retailers, department stores, and gift shops. Key aspects include their accuracy, often sleek design, and the convenience of electrical power, making them popular for modern home and office environments.
What products fall under HS code 910310?
Electric desk clocks with watch movements, battery-operated mantel clocks, quartz travel clocks, digital display clocks with watch movements, electric alarm clocks with watch movements
What are common misclassifications for HS code 910310?
Easily confused with 910511 (electrically operated alarm clocks) or 910591 (other electrically operated clocks) if the specific 'watch movement' characteristic is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 910310?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 910310 in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($5.7M, 21% of world exports), Germany ($3.4M) and China ($3.0M). World exports came to about $27M, 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 910310?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 910310 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($4.3M, 10% of world imports), France ($3.2M) and Switzerland ($3.0M). World imports came to about $41M, 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 910310 structured?
HS code 910310 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (91) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 910310?
In Brazil, HS code 910310 is NCM 9103.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.