Product classification
HS code for Watch movement bridges: 9114.40
Clock or watch parts, plates and bridges.
Classification of watch movement bridges under HS 9114.40
Watch movement bridges are classified under HS code 9114.40, which specifically covers plates and bridges for clocks or watches. In horology, a bridge is a component that is fixed to the main plate and forms the frame of the watch movement, housing the pivots for the wheels of the gear train. The classification follows the logic of Chapter 91, which distinguishes between complete movements, incomplete movements, and individual parts. Under GIR 1, the specific mention of \"plates and bridges\" in the text of subheading 9114.40 takes precedence over more general parts categories. These components are usually made of brass, nickel silver, or occasionally precious metals, but their material composition does not change the classification as long as they are identifiable as parts of a watch or clock movement. The bridge is a critical structural element, and its classification remains stable whether it is imported as a raw stamped part or a fully machined and finished component, provided it has not yet been assembled with gears or jewels into a movement.
- Covers
- Balance bridges
- Train wheel bridges
- Barrel bridges
- Pallet bridges
- Automatic device bridges
- Chronograph bridges
- Escapement bridges
- Also under 9114.40
- ETA 2824-2 main plate
- Sellita SW200 bridges
- Miyota 8215 base plate
- Valjoux 7750 chronograph bridges
- Rolex Caliber 3235 bridges
Codes often confused with 9114.40
Common mistake. These parts are often misclassified under HS code 9108, which is for complete watch movements. If a bridge is imported already fitted with wheels, jewels, and a hairspring, it may be considered an incomplete movement under GIR 2(a) and classified in 9108. Additionally, they are sometimes confused with 9114.90, which is a residual category for \"other\" watch parts like springs or screws, but 9114.40 is more specific for bridges.
Top exporters and importers of HS 911440 (the code used for watch movement bridges), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 911440 (the code used for watch movement bridges) in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 30% 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 911440, not only watch movement bridges.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Switzerland $27M 46% of world exports
- 2 Germany $13M 22% of world exports
- 3 France $6.5M 11% of world exports
World total: $58M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Switzerland $21M 30% of world imports
- 2 Japan $15M 22% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $15M 21% 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 watch movement bridges
Brazil classifies watch movement bridges under NCM 9114.40.00: HS 9114.40 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about watch movement bridges
What is the HS code for Watch movement bridges?
The HS code for Watch movement bridges is 911440 (Clock or watch parts; plates and bridges). The specific HS code for watch movement bridges is 9114.40.
How do I classify Watch movement bridges for customs?
Watch movement bridges is classified under HS code 911440 — Clock or watch parts; plates and bridges. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are bridges and plates the same for customs purposes?
Yes, both plates (the base of the movement) and bridges (the top supports) are grouped together under the same HS code 9114.40.
Which countries are the top exporters of watch movement bridges (HS 911440)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 911440 (the code used for watch movement bridges) in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($27M, 46% of world exports), Germany ($13M) and France ($6.5M). 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 watch movement bridges (HS 911440)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 911440 (the code used for watch movement bridges) in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($21M, 30% of world imports), Japan ($15M) and Malaysia ($15M). 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 Watch movement bridges the same in all countries?
The base HS code 911440 for Watch movement bridges 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 watch movement bridges in Brazil?
In Brazil, watch movement bridges (HS 911440) is classified under NCM 9114.40.00.