What are the different types of watch movements under HS-4 9108?
Use this as a comparison hint, then confirm the final decision with legal notes and country-specific rules.
HS-4 · Heading
9108 — Watch movements; complete and assembled
Chapter 91: Clocks and watches
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 9108 when importing complete and assembled watch movements, such as a quartz watch with a mechanical display. This heading covers movements that are either electrically operated or have automatic winding mechanisms.
When deciding between HS-6 910811 and HS-6 910812, consider whether the watch movement is electrically operated with a mechanical display or powered by solar cells with an opto-electronic display. The former includes traditional mechanical displays, while the latter focuses on modern solar technology.
For movements that are solar-powered but lack a mechanical display, choose HS-6 910819. If the watch has automatic winding, you will want to classify it under HS-6 910820. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for accurate tariff classification.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
watch movements · complete watch movements · electrically operated watches · solar cell watches · automatic winding watches · mechanical display watches · opto-electronic display · HS-4 9108 · HS-6 classifications · import watch movements
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Quartz watches with mechanical displays (HS-6 910811)
- Solar-powered watches with opto-electronic displays (HS-6 910812)
- Solar-powered watches without mechanical displays (HS-6 910819)
- Automatic winding watch movements (HS-6 910820)
- Non-automatic, electrically operated watch movements (HS-6 910890)
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify solar-powered watch movements?
Write down material, use, and product form first, then compare nearby lines before you lock the code.
What is the difference between HS-6 910811 and HS-6 910812?
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Are automatic winding watches classified differently?
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How do I determine the correct HS code for my watch shipment?
Match the product to the legal wording, then verify the final pick in your country tariff schedule before filing.
What are the tariff implications for importing watch movements?
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Related topics
Common real-world topics that come up during code comparison.
how to classify complete and assembled watch movements
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differences between mechanical and opto-electronic displays in watches
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choosing the right HS code for solar-powered watches
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importing automatic winding watch movements
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understanding HS-4 9108 for watch imports
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guidelines for classifying electrically operated watch movements
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what to know about watch movement classifications
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best practices for importing watch parts and movements
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of watch movements are covered under HS-4 9108?
- HS-4 9108 includes complete and assembled watch movements that are electrically operated, solar-powered, or have automatic winding mechanisms.
- How do I choose between HS-6 910811 and HS-6 910812?
- Select HS-6 910811 for electrically operated movements with mechanical displays and HS-6 910812 for solar-powered movements with opto-electronic displays.
- What classification should I use for non-automatic watch movements?
- Use HS-6 910890 for watch movements that are not automatic winding or electrically operated.
- Are there specific tariff rates for different watch movements?
- Yes, tariff rates can vary based on the specific HS-6 classification, so it's important to determine the exact type of watch movement.
- What is the significance of mechanical vs. opto-electronic displays?
- Mechanical displays are traditional and visible, while opto-electronic displays are digital and often found in modern solar-powered watches.
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HS-6 subheadings (5)
- 910811Watch movements; complete and assembled, electrically operated, with mechanical display only or with a device to which a mechanical display can be incorporated
- 910812Watch movements; complete and assembled, electrically operated, by means of solar cells, with opto-electronic display
- 910819Watch movements; complete and assembled, electrically operated, by means of solar cells, without mechanical display or device including such or opto-electronic display
- 910820Watch movements; complete and assembled, with automatic winding
- 910890Watch movements; complete and assembled, not automatic winding or electrically operated