About HS Code 911390
This 'not elsewhere specified' HS code captures watch straps, bands, and bracelets made from materials other than precious or base metals. This diverse category includes items crafted from leather, textile, rubber, plastic, and various composite materials. It's a dynamic segment of the market, heavily influenced by fashion trends, comfort requirements, and specific functional needs, such as those for sports or dive watches. Importers range from fashion brands and watch manufacturers to specialized accessory retailers. Exporters are often countries with strong textile, leather goods, or plastics manufacturing capabilities. Key considerations include material innovation, design versatility, durability, and compliance with various material safety and environmental standards. This category allows for a wide array of styles and price points, from luxurious handcrafted leather to affordable, mass-produced silicone bands.
Products Under This Code
Leather watch straps, Silicone watch bands, Nylon NATO straps, Rubber dive watch bands, Canvas watch bracelets, Textile watch straps, Vegan leather watch bands, Plastic watch links
Real World Examples
Apple Watch Sport Band (silicone), Daniel Wellington NATO strap (nylon), Hirsch leather strap, Everest rubber strap, Barton Watch Bands silicone strap
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 4202 (luggage, handbags, etc., of leather or textile) if not clearly identified as a watch accessory, or with 3926 (other articles of plastic) for plastic bands.
Products Classified Under 9113.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Instruments & Apparatus industry.
Trade Overview
China, Italy, Vietnam, and Germany are prominent in the manufacturing and trade of non-metal watch straps and bands.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 911390?
HS code 911390 covers: Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets, and parts thereof; n.e.c. in heading no. 9113. This 'not elsewhere specified' HS code captures watch straps, bands, and bracelets made from materials other than precious or base metals. This diverse category includes items crafted from leather, textile, rubber, plastic, and various composite materials. It's a dynamic segment of the market, heavily influenced by fashion trends, comfort requirements, and specific functional needs, such as those for sports or dive watches. Importers range from fashion brands and watch manufacturers to specialized accessory retailers. Exporters are often countries with strong textile, leather goods, or plastics manufacturing capabilities. Key considerations include material innovation, design versatility, durability, and compliance with various material safety and environmental standards. This category allows for a wide array of styles and price points, from luxurious handcrafted leather to affordable, mass-produced silicone bands.
What products fall under HS code 911390?
Leather watch straps, Silicone watch bands, Nylon NATO straps, Rubber dive watch bands, Canvas watch bracelets, Textile watch straps, Vegan leather watch bands, Plastic watch links
What are common misclassifications for HS code 911390?
Can be confused with 4202 (luggage, handbags, etc., of leather or textile) if not clearly identified as a watch accessory, or with 3926 (other articles of plastic) for plastic bands.
How is HS code 911390 structured?
HS code 911390 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.