HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9111.80 – Watch cases; n.e.c. in heading no. 9111
HS code 9111.80 is the 6-digit subheading for watch cases, n.e.c. in heading no. 9111. It is used for ceramic watch cases, carbon fiber watch cases, plastic watch cases, wooden watch cases and sapphire watch cases.
What HS 9111.80 covers
This "not elsewhere specified or included" (n.e.c.) category for watch cases captures all cases made from materials other than precious metals, clad precious metals, or base metals. This typically includes cases made from advanced materials like ceramics, carbon fiber, plastic, wood, or composite materials. This segment of the trade caters to niche markets, innovative designs, and specialized functionalities (e.g., lightweight sports watches, hypoallergenic watches). Importers are often avant-garde watch brands, sports watch manufacturers, or companies focusing on unique material properties. Exporters are specialized material fabricators or watch component manufacturers pushing the boundaries of traditional watchmaking. Key aspects include material properties (e.g., scratch resistance of ceramic, lightness of carbon fiber), manufacturing complexity, and aesthetic appeal. This code reflects the industry's continuous innovation in materials science, offering diverse options beyond conventional metals.
- Covers
- Ceramic watch cases
- Carbon fiber watch cases
- Plastic watch cases
- Wooden watch cases
- Sapphire watch cases
- Composite material watch cases
- Rubber watch cases
- Forged carbon cases.
- Examples
- Rado ceramic case
- Hublot Big Bang carbon fiber case
- Swatch plastic case
- Apple Watch ceramic case
- Panerai Carbotech case
- Richard Mille carbon case.
Codes often confused with 9111.80
Common mistake. Often confused with 911120 if the material is not clearly identified as non-metallic or non-traditional base metal, or with 911190 if it's a part rather than a complete case.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 911180, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 911180 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 22% 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 $19M 25% of world exports
- 2 Singapore $15M 19% of world exports
- 3 Malaysia $14M 17% of world exports
World total: $79M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $20M 22% of world imports
- 2 Singapore $15M 16% of world imports
- 3 Philippines $10M 11% of world imports
World total: $92M 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 9111.80
Brazil does not split HS 9111.80: its NCM code is 9111.80.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 91.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9111.80
What is HS code 911180?
HS code 911180 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Watch cases; n.e.c. in heading no. 9111. This "not elsewhere specified or included" (n.e.c.) category for watch cases captures all cases made from materials other than precious metals, clad precious metals, or base metals. This typically includes cases made from advanced materials like ceramics, carbon fiber, plastic, wood, or composite materials. This segment of the trade caters to niche markets, innovative designs, and specialized functionalities (e.g., lightweight sports watches, hypoallergenic watches). Importers are often avant-garde watch brands, sports watch manufacturers, or companies focusing on unique material properties. Exporters are specialized material fabricators or watch component manufacturers pushing the boundaries of traditional watchmaking. Key aspects include material properties (e.g., scratch resistance of ceramic, lightness of carbon fiber), manufacturing complexity, and aesthetic appeal. This code reflects the industry's continuous innovation in materials science, offering diverse options beyond conventional metals.
What products fall under HS code 911180?
Ceramic watch cases, carbon fiber watch cases, plastic watch cases, wooden watch cases, sapphire watch cases, composite material watch cases, rubber watch cases, forged carbon cases.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 911180?
Often confused with 911120 if the material is not clearly identified as non-metallic or non-traditional base metal, or with 911190 if it's a part rather than a complete case.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 911180?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 911180 in UN Comtrade data were China ($19M, 25% of world exports), Singapore ($15M) and Malaysia ($14M). World exports came to about $79M, 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 911180?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 911180 in UN Comtrade data were China ($20M, 22% of world imports), Singapore ($15M) and the Philippines ($10M). World imports came to about $92M, 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 911180 structured?
HS code 911180 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (91) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (80) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 911180?
In Brazil, HS code 911180 is NCM 9111.80.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.