Product classification
HS code for Mechanical pocket watches: 9102.99
Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches, (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, other than electrically operated.
Classification of mechanical pocket watches under HS 9102.99
Mechanical pocket watches are classified under HS code 9102.99. This classification is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1 and GRI 6. Chapter 91 covers clocks and watches and parts thereof. Heading 9102 is designated for watches that do not have cases made of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal. Within this heading, the code 9102.99 is reserved for other watches that are not electrically operated, meaning they rely on mechanical movements such as manual wind or automatic rotors. This excludes wrist-watches, which are classified under the 9102.1x or 9102.2x series. The classification depends on the absence of a battery or electronic circuit and the physical form factor, which must be a pocket, pendant, or similar style rather than a wrist-worn device. The movement must be a watch movement as defined in Note 1 to Chapter 91, which generally means it is regulated by a balance wheel and hairspring or another system capable of determining intervals of time, and does not exceed 12 mm in thickness and 50 mm in width, length, or diameter. The mechanical nature of the movement is the primary driver for this specific subheading, distinguishing it from quartz or battery-powered alternatives.
- Covers
- Mechanical pocket watches with base metal cases
- Pendant watches with mechanical movements
- Fob watches for waistcoats
- Mechanical stop-watches not worn on the wrist
- Deck watches with mechanical movements
- Also under 9102.99
- Patek Philippe pocket watches
- Tissot Savonnette
- Omega mechanical stopwatches
- Waltham pocket watches
- Illinois pocket watches
Codes often confused with 9102.99
Common mistake. Mechanical pocket watches are frequently confused with HS code 9101.99. The distinction lies in the material of the case; 9101 is strictly for watches with cases of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal. If the case is made of gold or silver, it must be moved to 9101. Additionally, battery-operated pocket watches are often incorrectly placed here, but they belong under 9102.91. Finally, small clocks that do not meet the movement size requirements of Chapter 91 Note 1 should be classified under 9105.
Top exporters and importers of HS 910299 (the code used for mechanical pocket watches), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 910299 (the code used for mechanical pocket watches) in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Philippines, with 14% 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 910299, not only mechanical pocket watches.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $155M 43% of world exports
- 2 Italy $26M 7.1% of world exports
- 3 Malaysia $22M 6.2% of world exports
World total: $362M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Philippines $30M 14% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $20M 9.1% of world imports
- 3 India $19M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $221M 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 mechanical pocket watches
Brazil classifies mechanical pocket watches under NCM 9102.99.00: HS 9102.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about mechanical pocket watches
What is the HS code for Mechanical pocket watches?
The HS code for Mechanical pocket watches is 910299 (Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, other than electrically operated). The HS code for mechanical pocket watches with cases made of base metal is 9102.99.
How do I classify Mechanical pocket watches for customs?
Mechanical pocket watches is classified under HS code 910299 — Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, other than electrically operated. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between HS 9101 and 9102?
HS code 9101 is used for watches with cases made of precious metal (like solid gold or silver) or metal clad with precious metal, while 9102 is for watches with cases made of base metal, such as steel, brass, or plated base metal.
Which countries are the top exporters of mechanical pocket watches (HS 910299)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 910299 (the code used for mechanical pocket watches) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($155M, 43% of world exports), Italy ($26M) and Malaysia ($22M). World exports came to about $362M, 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 mechanical pocket watches (HS 910299)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 910299 (the code used for mechanical pocket watches) in UN Comtrade data were the Philippines ($30M, 14% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($20M) and India ($19M). World imports came to about $221M, 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 Mechanical pocket watches the same in all countries?
The base HS code 910299 for Mechanical pocket watches 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 mechanical pocket watches in Brazil?
In Brazil, mechanical pocket watches (HS 910299) is classified under NCM 9102.99.00.