Product classification
HS code for Car clocks: 9104.00
Clocks, instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type for vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels.
Classification of car clocks under HS 9104.00
The classification of car clocks under HS code 9104.00 is determined by the specific function and intended environment of the device. Chapter 91 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to clocks, watches, and their parts. Within this chapter, heading 9104 is reserved for instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type, specifically designed for installation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft, or vessels. These timepieces are distinguished from standard wall clocks or wristwatches by their mounting mechanisms, vibration resistance, and often their integration into the vehicle's electrical system. To qualify for this code, the primary function must be the indication of time. If a device is a multi-functional digital display where time is merely a secondary feature, such as a GPS navigation unit or a comprehensive infotainment system, it may be classified elsewhere. However, dedicated analog or digital clocks mounted within the dashboard or overhead console of a motor vehicle are strictly classified here. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the clock is mechanical or electronic, provided it is designed for the instrument panel.
- Covers
- Analog dashboard clocks for passenger cars
- Digital instrument panel clocks
- Chronometers specifically designed for aircraft cockpits
- Marine chronometers for vessel control panels
- Vehicle-mounted digital time displays
- Also under 9104.00
- VDO automotive clocks
- Breitling aircraft clocks
- Chelsea Clock marine clocks
- Garmin integrated vehicle clocks
- Smiths Instruments clocks
Codes often confused with 9104.00
Common mistake. Car clocks are frequently misclassified under HS code 9105, which covers "Other clocks" such as wall clocks or alarm clocks. However, 9104.00 is more specific for vehicle-mounted instruments. Another common error is using HS code 9029, which covers revolution counters, taximeters, and speedometers. While these are also instrument panel devices, they measure physical quantities other than time. Additionally, if the clock is integrated into a radio, it might be classified under 8527.
Top exporters and importers of HS 910400 (the code used for car clocks), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 910400 (the code used for car clocks) in UN Comtrade data was Denmark, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 27% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 910400, not only car clocks.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Denmark $9.4M 16% of world exports
- 2 Germany $5.9M 10% of world exports
- 3 United States $5.5M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $58M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $19M 27% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $6.9M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $5.0M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $71M 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 car clocks
Brazil classifies car clocks under NCM 9104.00.00: HS 9104.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about car clocks
What is the HS code for Car clocks?
The HS code for Car clocks is 910400 (Clocks; instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type for vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels). The HS code for car clocks and other instrument panel clocks for vehicles is 9104.00.
How do I classify Car clocks for customs?
Car clocks is classified under HS code 910400 — Clocks; instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type for vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are smart mirrors with time displays classified here?
No, smart mirrors are typically classified under 7009 for the mirror or 8528 if they function primarily as a video monitor, as the clock is an ancillary feature.
Which countries are the top exporters of car clocks (HS 910400)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 910400 (the code used for car clocks) in UN Comtrade data were Denmark ($9.4M, 16% of world exports), Germany ($5.9M) and the United States ($5.5M). World exports came to about $58M, 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 car clocks (HS 910400)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 910400 (the code used for car clocks) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($19M, 27% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($6.9M) and Germany ($5.0M). World imports came to about $71M, 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.
Is the HS code for Car clocks the same in all countries?
The base HS code 910400 for Car clocks is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for car clocks in Brazil?
In Brazil, car clocks (HS 910400) is classified under NCM 9104.00.00.