HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9105.21 – Clocks; (excluding those with watch movements and instrument panel clocks), wall clocks, electrically operated
HS code 9105.21 is the 6-digit subheading for clocks, (excluding those with watch movements and instrument panel clocks), wall clocks, electrically operated. It is used for quartz wall clocks, digital wall clocks, large display wall clocks, battery-operated wall clocks and electric pendulum wall clocks.
What HS 9105.21 covers
This category specifically covers electrically operated wall clocks, excluding those with watch movements or for instrument panels. These clocks are a common fixture in homes, offices, and public spaces, valued for their clear display, aesthetic variety, and ease of maintenance. Most are quartz-movement, battery-operated, or mains-powered. The international trade is substantial, driven by home decor trends, office furnishing needs, and institutional procurement. Major exporters are typically countries with efficient manufacturing capabilities, while importers include furniture stores, home goods retailers, office supply companies, and interior designers. Their appeal lies in their decorative versatility, reliable timekeeping, and straightforward installation.
- Covers
- Quartz wall clocks
- Digital wall clocks
- Large display wall clocks
- Battery-operated wall clocks
- Electric pendulum wall clocks
- Decorative electric wall clocks
- Examples
- Seiko wall clocks
- Citizen wall clocks
- Howard Miller wall clocks
- La Crosse Technology wall clocks
- IKEA wall clocks
Codes often confused with 9105.21
Common mistake. Can be confused with 910591 (other electrically operated clocks) if the 'wall clock' specific design and mounting is overlooked; the primary intended use as a wall-mounted timepiece is crucial.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 910521, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 910521 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 73% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 $408M 73% of world exports
- 2 Germany $27M 4.9% of world exports
- 3 France $18M 3.3% of world exports
World total: $557M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $50M 13% of world imports
- 2 Japan $39M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $35M 9.0% of world imports
World total: $386M 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 9105.21
Brazil does not split HS 9105.21: its NCM code is 9105.21.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 91.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9105.21
What is HS code 910521?
HS code 910521 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Clocks; (excluding those with watch movements and instrument panel clocks), wall clocks, electrically operated. This category specifically covers electrically operated wall clocks, excluding those with watch movements or for instrument panels. These clocks are a common fixture in homes, offices, and public spaces, valued for their clear display, aesthetic variety, and ease of maintenance. Most are quartz-movement, battery-operated, or mains-powered. The international trade is substantial, driven by home decor trends, office furnishing needs, and institutional procurement. Major exporters are typically countries with efficient manufacturing capabilities, while importers include furniture stores, home goods retailers, office supply companies, and interior designers. Their appeal lies in their decorative versatility, reliable timekeeping, and straightforward installation.
What products fall under HS code 910521?
Quartz wall clocks, digital wall clocks, large display wall clocks, battery-operated wall clocks, electric pendulum wall clocks, decorative electric wall clocks
What are common misclassifications for HS code 910521?
Can be confused with 910591 (other electrically operated clocks) if the 'wall clock' specific design and mounting is overlooked; the primary intended use as a wall-mounted timepiece is crucial.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 910521?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 910521 in UN Comtrade data were China ($408M, 73% of world exports), Germany ($27M) and France ($18M). World exports came to about $557M, 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 910521?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 910521 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($50M, 13% of world imports), Japan ($39M) and Germany ($35M). World imports came to about $386M, 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 910521 structured?
HS code 910521 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (91) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 910521?
In Brazil, HS code 910521 is NCM 9105.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.