Product classification
HS code for Watch movements: 9110.12
Watches, incomplete movements, assembled.
Classification of watch movements under HS 9110.12
HS code 9110.12 is used for incomplete watch movements that have been assembled. In the horological industry, the classification of components is highly granular. Chapter 91 of the Harmonized System covers clocks, watches, and their parts. While heading 9108 covers complete and assembled movements, heading 9110 is dedicated to "complete watch movements, unassembled or partly assembled; incomplete watch movements, assembled; and rough watch movements." Subheading 9110.12 specifically targets movements that are "incomplete" but "assembled." This means the movement has its main plate and bridges put together, along with some gear trains, but lacks certain essential components like the escapement, balance wheel, or hairspring that would make it a "complete" movement. This distinction is vital for manufacturers who import base movements to be finished or customized in another jurisdiction. The "assembled" status implies that the primary mechanical structure is already joined, which differentiates it from "rough" movements (ebauches) which are essentially sets of parts. Understanding the stage of assembly is the primary factor in determining if 9110.12 is the correct classification versus other subheadings in the 9110 group.
- Covers
- Assembled watch movement bases
- Incomplete mechanical watch movements
- Partial watch movement assemblies
- Watch movements lacking escapements
- Also under 9110.12
- Ronda 763 assembled (no stem/battery)
- Seiko 7S26 partially assembled
- Miyota 9015 (without rotor)
- ETA C07.111 (incomplete)
- STP1-11 assembled (no rotor).
Codes often confused with 9110.12
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS code 9108, which is reserved for complete and assembled movements. If the movement can function, it belongs in 9108. It is also confused with 9110.11, which covers "rough" movements that are not yet assembled, or 9114, which covers individual watch parts.
Top exporters and importers of HS 911012 (the code used for watch movements), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 911012 (the code used for watch movements) in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Singapore, with 33% 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 911012, not only watch movements.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Malaysia $39M 40% of world exports
- 2 Singapore $31M 32% of world exports
- 3 China $23M 24% of world exports
World total: $97M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Singapore $29M 33% of world imports
- 2 Japan $20M 24% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $17M 19% of world imports
World total: $87M 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 movements
Brazil classifies watch movements under NCM 9110.12.00: HS 9110.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about watch movements
What is the HS code for Watch movements?
The HS code for Watch movements is 911012 (Watches; incomplete movements, assembled). The HS code for incomplete watch movements that are already assembled is 9110.12.
How do I classify Watch movements for customs?
Watch movements is classified under HS code 911012 — Watches; incomplete movements, assembled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between 9110.11 and 9110.12?
9110.11 covers rough movements (unassembled parts), while 9110.12 covers movements that are already partially assembled but still missing key components.
Which countries are the top exporters of watch movements (HS 911012)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 911012 (the code used for watch movements) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($39M, 40% of world exports), Singapore ($31M) and China ($23M). World exports came to about $97M, 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 movements (HS 911012)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 911012 (the code used for watch movements) in UN Comtrade data were Singapore ($29M, 33% of world imports), Japan ($20M) and Malaysia ($17M). World imports came to about $87M, 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 movements the same in all countries?
The base HS code 911012 for Watch movements 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 movements in Brazil?
In Brazil, watch movements (HS 911012) is classified under NCM 9110.12.00.