Product classification
HS code for Precious metal digital watches: 9101.19
Wrist-watches, electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, with case of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal, without mechanical display.
Classification of precious metal digital watches under HS 9101.19
Classification under HS code 9101.19 is determined by the specific combination of the watch case material and the nature of the internal movement. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) for the Harmonized System, products are classified based on their objective characteristics at the time of import. Heading 9101 is strictly reserved for watches with cases made entirely of precious metal (such as gold, silver, or platinum) or metal clad with precious metal. This distinguishes these luxury items from those in Heading 9102, which covers watches with cases of base metal, even if they are gold-plated. Within Heading 9101, the subheadings are further divided by the type of movement. Subheading 9101.19 is specifically for wrist-watches that are electrically operated—typically utilizing a battery and a quartz crystal—and do not feature a mechanical display. In the context of the HS nomenclature, a \"mechanical display\" refers to the use of hands or rotating discs to indicate time. Therefore, 9101.19 is the designated code for digital-only displays, such as LED or LCD screens, provided they are housed in a precious metal case. This classification remains consistent regardless of whether the watch includes additional features like a stopwatch, alarm, or calendar, as long as the primary timekeeping function is electronic and the display is non-mechanical.
- Covers
- Solid 18k gold digital wrist-watches
- Platinum-cased LCD watches
- Silver-cased LED wrist-watches
- Digital stop-watches with precious metal cases designed for wrist wear
- Smartwatches with solid gold cases and digital-only displays
- Also under 9101.19
- Apple Watch Edition (gold/platinum versions)
- Tag Heuer Connected (precious metal variants)
- Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon (precious metal versions)
- Montblanc Summit 2+ (precious metal case)
Codes often confused with 9101.19
Common mistake. HS code 9102.12 is the most common error, as it covers digital wrist-watches with base metal cases. Importers often confuse \"gold-plated\" (base metal) with \"metal clad with precious metal.\" Additionally, 9101.11 is used for precious metal watches with analog (hands) displays, which is a frequent point of confusion for hybrid watches that may have both digital and analog elements.
Top exporters and importers of HS 910119 (the code used for precious metal digital watches), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 910119 (the code used for precious metal digital watches) in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 29% 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 910119, not only precious metal digital watches.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $69M 27% of world exports
- 2 United States $36M 14% of world exports
- 3 Italy $21M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $253M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $155M 29% of world imports
- 2 Bahrain* ~$69M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Malaysia $63M 12% of world imports
World total: $532M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 precious metal digital watches
Brazil classifies precious metal digital watches under NCM 9101.19.00: HS 9101.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about precious metal digital watches
What is the HS code for Precious metal digital watches?
The HS code for Precious metal digital watches is 910119 (Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, with case of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal, without mechanical display).
How do I classify Precious metal digital watches for customs?
Precious metal digital watches is classified under HS code 910119 — Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, with case of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal, without mechanical display. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a gold digital watch?
The HS code is 9101.19, provided the case is solid gold or clad with gold and the display is digital without hands.
Does this code include smartwatches?
Yes, if the smartwatch has a case of precious metal and a digital display, it is classified here under the electrically operated criteria of 9101.19.
Which countries are the top exporters of precious metal digital watches (HS 910119)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 910119 (the code used for precious metal digital watches) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($69M, 27% of world exports), the United States ($36M) and Italy ($21M). World exports came to about $253M, 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 precious metal digital watches (HS 910119)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 910119 (the code used for precious metal digital watches) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($155M, 29% of world imports), Bahrain (about $69M) and Malaysia ($63M). World imports came to about $532M, 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 Precious metal digital watches the same in all countries?
The base HS code 910119 for Precious metal digital 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 precious metal digital watches in Brazil?
In Brazil, precious metal digital watches (HS 910119) is classified under NCM 9101.19.00.