What types of devices are classified under HS-6 910690?

HS-6 910690 covers time recording apparatus that use clock or watch movements, including mechanical time clocks and digital time recorders.

How do I know if my time clock falls under this HS code?

If your time clock uses a clock or watch movement mechanism to record time, it likely falls under HS-6 910690.

Can I use HS-6 910690 for digital time recorders?

Yes, as long as the digital time recorder incorporates a clock movement or synchronous motor, it can be classified under HS-6 910690.

What is the difference between HS-6 910690 and HS-6 910691?

HS-6 910690 is for general time recording devices, while HS-6 910691 is specifically for time recorders used in vehicles.

Are there any specific requirements for importing devices under HS-6 910690?

Ensure your products meet safety and compliance standards for electronic devices, and check for any specific import regulations in your country.

What should I do if I'm unsure about the classification?

Consult with a customs broker or trade specialist who can provide guidance based on the specific features and functions of your device.

Can I classify a mechanical timer under HS-6 910690?

Yes, mechanical timers that use clock movements are included in HS-6 910690.

What are some examples of products that fall under this HS code?

Examples include mechanical time clocks, digital time recorders, and wall-mounted time recording devices.

HS-6 910690: Time recording apparatus; with clock or watch movement or with synchronous motor, n.e.c. in heading no. 9106

Plain-language overview

Use HS-6 910690 when importing or exporting time recording devices that utilize clock or watch movements, such as time clocks used in workplaces. This code applies to apparatus designed for measuring or recording intervals of time, not covered by other specific categories.

This HS-6 line is distinct from HS-6 910691, which covers time recording devices specifically designed for use in vehicles. If your product is a time clock for employee attendance, rather than a vehicle-based timer, 910690 is the appropriate classification.

The broader category of 9106 includes various time recording apparatus, but 910690 narrows it down to those using clock or watch movements. This means devices like mechanical time recorders or digital timers that rely on such movements fall under this code.

When classifying your products, consider the specific use and mechanism. For instance, a mechanical punch clock that records employee hours would fit here, while a digital stopwatch would not.

Keywords & topics

Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-6 subheading.

time recording apparatus · clock movement devices · watch movement time recorders · employee time clocks · mechanical time recorders · synchronous motor timers · digital time recording devices · industrial time measurement · portable time clocks · laboratory time recorders · wall-mounted time clocks · vehicle time recording devices

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Mechanical time clock for recording employee attendance
Digital time recording device with clock movement
Wall-mounted time recorder using watch mechanisms
Synchronous motor-based timer for industrial applications
Portable time recording apparatus for fieldwork
Time clock integrated into a security system
Apparatus for measuring time intervals in laboratories
Clock-based timer used in sporting events