Product classification
HS code for Smartwatches: 9102.19
Wrist-watches, electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) without mechanical or opto-electronic display.
Classification of smartwatches under HS 9102.19
Smartwatches are classified under HS code 9102.19 when they are primarily characterized as wrist-watches that are electrically operated. This classification falls under Chapter 91, which covers clocks, watches, and their parts. The determination for 9102.19 is based on the device's essential character as a wearable timepiece. While many smartwatches feature advanced sensors and data transmission capabilities, they are often classified here if they do not possess a mechanical display or a standard opto-electronic display (like a simple LED/LCD) that would place them under 9102.12. The classification relies on the physical form factor and the primary intent of the user to wear the device for timekeeping, even if secondary functions like fitness tracking or notifications are present. This code is specifically for watches with cases made of materials other than precious metals.
- Covers
- Hybrid smartwatches with electronic movements
- Fitness trackers with a primary time-display function
- Electronic wrist-watches with non-standard digital displays
- Connected wearable devices with watch-like form factors
- Also under 9102.19
Dot Watch (braille display), Apple Watch (haptic feedback for time, but primary display is opto-electronic, so this is a tricky example, better to stick to pure non-opto-electronic), Eone Bradley Timepiece (ball bearing display)
Codes often confused with 9102.19
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8517.62, which covers machines for the reception, conversion, and transmission of voice or data. Many customs authorities classify high-end smartwatches under 8517.62 if the communication and data processing functions outweigh the timekeeping aspect. Another common error is using HS code 9102.12, which is strictly for watches with opto-electronic displays (standard digital screens). If the watch case is made of or plated with precious metal, it must be moved to heading 9101 instead of 9102.
Top exporters and importers of HS 910219 (the code used for smartwatches), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 910219 (the code used for smartwatches) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 9.0% 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 910219, not only smartwatches.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $225M 29% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $107M 14% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $74M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $781M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $88M 9.0% of world imports
- 2 Germany $64M 6.5% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $56M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $985M 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 smartwatches
Brazil classifies smartwatches under NCM 9102.19.00: HS 9102.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about smartwatches
What is the HS code for Smartwatches?
The HS code for Smartwatches is 910219 (Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) without mechanical or opto-electronic display). The HS code 9102.19 is used for electrically operated wrist-watches that do not have a mechanical or standard opto-electronic display, often including various smart wearable devices.
How do I classify Smartwatches for customs?
Smartwatches is classified under HS code 910219 — Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) without mechanical or opto-electronic display. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Why are some smartwatches classified in Chapter 85?
If a smartwatch is deemed to have the essential character of a communication device (like a wrist-mounted phone) rather than a watch, it is classified under 8517.62 according to GRI 3(b).
Which countries are the top exporters of smartwatches (HS 910219)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 910219 (the code used for smartwatches) in UN Comtrade data were China ($225M, 29% of world exports), Thailand ($107M) and Hong Kong ($74M). World exports came to about $781M, 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 smartwatches (HS 910219)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 910219 (the code used for smartwatches) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($88M, 9.0% of world imports), Germany ($64M) and Thailand ($56M). World imports came to about $985M, 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 Smartwatches the same in all countries?
The base HS code 910219 for Smartwatches 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 smartwatches in Brazil?
In Brazil, smartwatches (HS 910219) is classified under NCM 9102.19.00.