About HS Code 911310
This HS code encompasses watch straps, bands, and bracelets crafted from precious metals like gold, platinum, or silver, as well as those made from metal clad with precious metal. This category caters to the luxury watch market, where material value and exquisite craftsmanship are paramount. Importers are typically high-end watch manufacturers, luxury jewelry retailers, and specialized distributors who serve an affluent clientele. Exporters often originate from countries with robust precious metal industries and a strong heritage in luxury goods manufacturing. Key considerations in this trade include the purity and authenticity of the precious metal, intricate design details, the quality of finishing, and brand prestige. Customs valuation can be complex due to fluctuating precious metal prices and the artisanal nature of many of these components, which are often integral to high-value timepieces.
Products Under This Code
Gold watch bracelets, Platinum watch straps, Silver-clad watch bands, Rose gold watch links, White gold watch clasps, Diamond-set watch straps, Palladium watch bands
Real World Examples
Rolex Oyster bracelet (gold), Patek Philippe Nautilus bracelet (rose gold), Cartier Tank strap (gold), Audemars Piguet Royal Oak bracelet (platinum), Vacheron Constantin Overseas bracelet (gold)
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 911320 (base metal straps) if the precious metal content or cladding is not clearly identified, or with 7113 (jewelry of precious metal) if not clearly a watch part.
Products Classified Under 9113.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Instruments & Apparatus industry.
Trade Overview
Switzerland, China, Hong Kong, and Italy are major players in both importing and exporting these high-value watch components.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 911310?
HS code 911310 covers: Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets, and parts thereof; of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal. This HS code encompasses watch straps, bands, and bracelets crafted from precious metals like gold, platinum, or silver, as well as those made from metal clad with precious metal. This category caters to the luxury watch market, where material value and exquisite craftsmanship are paramount. Importers are typically high-end watch manufacturers, luxury jewelry retailers, and specialized distributors who serve an affluent clientele. Exporters often originate from countries with robust precious metal industries and a strong heritage in luxury goods manufacturing. Key considerations in this trade include the purity and authenticity of the precious metal, intricate design details, the quality of finishing, and brand prestige. Customs valuation can be complex due to fluctuating precious metal prices and the artisanal nature of many of these components, which are often integral to high-value timepieces.
What products fall under HS code 911310?
Gold watch bracelets, Platinum watch straps, Silver-clad watch bands, Rose gold watch links, White gold watch clasps, Diamond-set watch straps, Palladium watch bands
What are common misclassifications for HS code 911310?
This code can be confused with 911320 (base metal straps) if the precious metal content or cladding is not clearly identified, or with 7113 (jewelry of precious metal) if not clearly a watch part.
How is HS code 911310 structured?
HS code 911310 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (91) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (13) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.