Chapter 91 covers clocks and watches and their parts, including timekeeping instruments, time recorders, and instruments for measuring, indicating, or recording time intervals. This chapter is divided into headings for clocks, watches, other timekeeping instruments, and parts, involving various technical types such as mechanical, electronic, and quartz. Clock and watch products generally have precision manufacturing characteristics, and classification requires attention to their working principle, display method, and use. Heading 9105 covers other clocks, i.e., clocks other than heading 9101 (wrist-watches, pocket-watches and other watches), 9102 (other watches), 9103 (clocks with watch movements or clock movements), and 9104 (instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type). It includes alarm clocks, wall clocks, table clocks, vehicle clocks, etc., regardless of their power source (mechanical, electronic, quartz, etc.). However, if a vehicle clock is integrated with the instrument panel or dedicated to vehicle indication, it may be classified under 9104. Code 910599 is a six-digit subheading: the first two digits "91" represent Chapter 91 "Clocks and watches and their parts"; digits 3-4 "05" represent the heading "other clocks", i.e., clocks other than wrist-watches, pocket-watches, instrument panel clocks, etc.; digits 5-6 "99" represent the subheading "other", i.e., other clocks not specified under heading 9105. Therefore, 910599 specifically refers to "other vehicle clocks", i.e., vehicle clocks not dedicated to the instrument panel or not combined with vehicle instruments, such as clocks placed independently in a vehicle. If a vehicle clock is independent of the vehicle instrument panel and is not used to indicate driving parameters such as speed or RPM, it does not belong to instrument panel clocks of heading 9104. At the same time, because it is a clock rather than a watch, it is also not classified under 9101 or 9102. Therefore, it is classified under 9105 "other clocks", and according to its specific type, under 910599 "other".
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Chapter 91 covers clocks and watches and their parts, including timekeeping instruments, time recorders, and instruments for measuring, indicating, or recording time intervals. This chapter is divided into headings for clocks, watches, other timekeeping instruments, and parts, involving various technical types such as mechanical, electronic, and quartz. Clock and watch products generally have precision manufacturing characteristics, and classification requires attention to their working principle, display method, and use.
Heading
Heading 9105 covers other clocks, i.e., clocks other than heading 9101 (wrist-watches, pocket-watches and other watches), 9102 (other watches), 9103 (clocks with watch movements or clock movements), and 9104 (instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type). It includes alarm clocks, wall clocks, table clocks, vehicle clocks, etc., regardless of their power source (mechanical, electronic, quartz, etc.). However, if a vehicle clock is integrated with the instrument panel or dedicated to vehicle indication, it may be classified under 9104.
Digit Breakdown
Code 910599 is a six-digit subheading: the first two digits "91" represent Chapter 91 "Clocks and watches and their parts"; digits 3-4 "05" represent the heading "other clocks", i.e., clocks other than wrist-watches, pocket-watches, instrument panel clocks, etc.; digits 5-6 "99" represent the subheading "other", i.e., other clocks not specified under heading 9105. Therefore, 910599 specifically refers to "other vehicle clocks", i.e., vehicle clocks not dedicated to the instrument panel or not combined with vehicle instruments, such as clocks placed independently in a vehicle.
Classification Basis
If a vehicle clock is independent of the vehicle instrument panel and is not used to indicate driving parameters such as speed or RPM, it does not belong to instrument panel clocks of heading 9104. At the same time, because it is a clock rather than a watch, it is also not classified under 9101 or 9102. Therefore, it is classified under 9105 "other clocks", and according to its specific type, under 910599 "other".
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared commodity should be accurately described as "vehicle clock" or "other vehicle clock", avoiding vague expressions such as "car clock". Brand: Fill in the manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand". The brand helps determine whether intellectual property rights are involved. Model: Fill in the product model or item number to distinguish different specifications. If there is no model, fill in "no model". Working Principle: Explain the timekeeping principle of the clock, such as mechanical, quartz, electronic, etc. Different principles do not affect classification under 9105, but must be declared truthfully. Power Source: Fill in battery, spring, or other power method. For example, "battery-powered" or "spring-driven". Display Method: Explain the time display form, such as analog, digital, or hybrid. Whether Dedicated for Vehicles: Clearly state whether it is designed specifically for vehicles and whether it is combined with the vehicle instrument panel. If used independently, fill in "no". Appearance Dimensions: Fill in the overall dimensions of the clock (such as length, width, height), which helps determine whether it is a portable vehicle-mounted type. Product Name: Other vehicle clock; Brand: No brand; Model: CL-2020; Working Principle: Quartz; Power Source: Battery-powered; Display Method: Analog; Whether Dedicated for Vehicles: Yes (placed independently); Appearance Dimensions: 10cm×8cm×5cm. Note: This clock is an independent vehicle clock and is not combined with other instruments. Incorrectly classifying an independent vehicle clock under 9104 instrument panel clocks, resulting in an incorrect code. False declaration of working principle, such as declaring quartz as mechanical, may trigger customs questioning. Failure to declare the "whether dedicated for vehicles" element makes it impossible to distinguish the boundary with instrument panel clocks.
Product Name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared commodity should be accurately described as "vehicle clock" or "other vehicle clock", avoiding vague expressions such as "car clock".
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring it as "car instrument" or "vehicle timer", leading to classification disputes.
Brand
Fill in the manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand". The brand helps determine whether intellectual property rights are involved.
⚠️ Mistaking the distributor for the brand, or failing to declare the brand, resulting in infringement risks.
Model
Fill in the product model or item number to distinguish different specifications. If there is no model, fill in "no model".
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or inconsistency with the actual product, affecting customs inspection.
Working Principle
Explain the timekeeping principle of the clock, such as mechanical, quartz, electronic, etc. Different principles do not affect classification under 9105, but must be declared truthfully.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring a quartz clock as a mechanical clock, or vice versa.
Power Source
Fill in battery, spring, or other power method. For example, "battery-powered" or "spring-driven".
⚠️ Failing to declare the power source, or incorrectly declaring false information such as solar power.
Display Method
Explain the time display form, such as analog, digital, or hybrid.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring a digital display as analog, affecting classification judgment.
Whether Dedicated for Vehicles
Clearly state whether it is designed specifically for vehicles and whether it is combined with the vehicle instrument panel. If used independently, fill in "no".
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring an independent vehicle clock as an instrument panel clock, resulting in classification under 9104.
Appearance Dimensions
Fill in the overall dimensions of the clock (such as length, width, height), which helps determine whether it is a portable vehicle-mounted type.
⚠️ Inconsistent dimension units or failure to declare, affecting inspection.
Example： Product Name: Other vehicle clock; Brand: No brand; Model: CL-2020; Working Principle: Quartz; Power Source: Battery-powered; Display Method: Analog; Whether Dedicated for Vehicles: Yes (placed independently); Appearance Dimensions: 10cm×8cm×5cm. Note: This clock is an independent vehicle clock and is not combined with other instruments.
Common Mistakes：
Incorrectly classifying an independent vehicle clock under 9104 instrument panel clocks, resulting in an incorrect code.
False declaration of working principle, such as declaring quartz as mechanical, may trigger customs questioning.
Failure to declare the "whether dedicated for vehicles" element makes it impossible to distinguish the boundary with instrument panel clocks.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification lies in: 1) whether the product is a clock (rather than a watch); 2) whether it belongs to instrument panel clocks and similar clocks of heading 9104. Instrument panel clocks are usually integrated with the vehicle instrument panel or dedicated to indicating driving parameters. If a vehicle clock is placed independently and only used to display time, it is classified under 9105. In addition, it is necessary to confirm whether it belongs to 9103 (clocks with watch movements or clock movements), but vehicle clocks usually have independent cases and are not classified under 9103. 910400 Instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type: 9104 specifically refers to instrument panel clocks for vehicles, aircraft, vessels, etc., usually combined with the instrument panel or dedicated to indicating driving parameters. In contrast, the vehicle clock of 910599 is an independent clock and is not combined with the instrument panel. 910310 Clocks with watch movements or clock movements: 9103 refers to clocks with a watch movement or clock movement as the core but not yet fully assembled. 910599 is a complete clock with an independent case and function. 910519 Other alarm clocks: 910519 refers to alarm clocks with an alarm function; 910599 refers to other clocks without an alarm or where the alarm is not the main function. Vehicle clocks usually have no alarm. 910529 Other wall clocks: 910529 refers to wall clocks designed to be hung; 910599 refers to vehicle clocks designed to be placed or fixed inside a vehicle. 910599 Other vehicle clocks: This is the current code; attention must be paid to distinguishing it from 9104 to ensure independent use. Is the product a clock rather than a watch? Is it independent of the vehicle instrument panel? Is it dedicated for vehicles? Does it have an alarm function? Is it composed of a watch movement or clock movement?
Basis
The core basis for classification lies in: 1) whether the product is a clock (rather than a watch); 2) whether it belongs to instrument panel clocks and similar clocks of heading 9104. Instrument panel clocks are usually integrated with the vehicle instrument panel or dedicated to indicating driving parameters. If a vehicle clock is placed independently and only used to display time, it is classified under 9105. In addition, it is necessary to confirm whether it belongs to 9103 (clocks with watch movements or clock movements), but vehicle clocks usually have independent cases and are not classified under 9103.
Confused Codes：
910400 - Instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type
9104 specifically refers to instrument panel clocks for vehicles, aircraft, vessels, etc., usually combined with the instrument panel or dedicated to indicating driving parameters. In contrast, the vehicle clock of 910599 is an independent clock and is not combined with the instrument panel.
910310 - Clocks with watch movements or clock movements
9103 refers to clocks with a watch movement or clock movement as the core but not yet fully assembled. 910599 is a complete clock with an independent case and function.
910519 - Other alarm clocks
910519 refers to alarm clocks with an alarm function; 910599 refers to other clocks without an alarm or where the alarm is not the main function. Vehicle clocks usually have no alarm.
910529 - Other wall clocks
910529 refers to wall clocks designed to be hung; 910599 refers to vehicle clocks designed to be placed or fixed inside a vehicle.
910599 - Other vehicle clocks
This is the current code; attention must be paid to distinguishing it from 9104 to ensure independent use.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the product a clock rather than a watch?
✓ Is it independent of the vehicle instrument panel?
✓ Is it dedicated for vehicles?
✓ Does it have an alarm function?
✓ Is it composed of a watch movement or clock movement?
❓ FAQ
Which HS code should a vehicle clock be classified under? If the vehicle clock is placed independently, only displays time, and is not combined with the vehicle instrument panel, it should be classified under 910599 (other vehicle clocks). If it is integrated with the instrument panel or dedicated to indicating driving parameters, it is classified under 910400 (instrument panel clocks). How to distinguish between 910400 and 910599? The key is whether it is combined with the instrument panel or dedicated to displaying driving parameters. Clocks under 910400 are usually embedded in the instrument panel or used to indicate speed, RPM, etc.; clocks under 910599 are independent clocks used only to display time and can be placed anywhere in the vehicle. What elements are required when declaring a vehicle clock? Product name, brand, model, working principle, power source, display method, whether dedicated for vehicles, appearance dimensions, etc. are required. Truthful declaration helps expedite customs clearance and avoid classification disputes. How to check the tax rate for vehicle clocks? Tax rates change with national policies. It is recommended to check the latest tax rate through the official website of the General Administration of Customs or the International Trade Single Window. Usually, HS code 910599 and conditions such as country of origin and trade mode must be entered. If a vehicle clock has an alarm function, will the code change? If the alarm is the main function, it may be classified under 910519 (other alarm clocks); if the alarm is an additional function, it is still classified under 910599. Classification is based on the main function. How to declare vehicle clocks sold via cross-border e-commerce? Cross-border e-commerce declaration requires HS code, product name, quantity, value, etc. It is recommended to use 910599 and accurately fill in the declaration elements. If for personal use, personal postal articles tax may apply, and customs regulations must be followed. Is the classification of vehicle clocks affected by the power source? No. Whether mechanical, quartz, or electronic, as long as it is a clock and independent of the instrument panel, it is classified under 9105. However, the working principle must be declared truthfully for customs statistics and supervision. If a vehicle clock is combined with a radio, how should it be classified? If the main function of the combination is radio, it may be classified under 8527; if the main function is clock, it is classified under 9105. Judgment should be based on the main function, and advance classification may be applied for if necessary.
Q: Which HS code should a vehicle clock be classified under?
A: If the vehicle clock is placed independently, only displays time, and is not combined with the vehicle instrument panel, it should be classified under 910599 (other vehicle clocks). If it is integrated with the instrument panel or dedicated to indicating driving parameters, it is classified under 910400 (instrument panel clocks).
Q: How to distinguish between 910400 and 910599?
A: The key is whether it is combined with the instrument panel or dedicated to displaying driving parameters. Clocks under 910400 are usually embedded in the instrument panel or used to indicate speed, RPM, etc.; clocks under 910599 are independent clocks used only to display time and can be placed anywhere in the vehicle.
Q: What elements are required when declaring a vehicle clock?
A: Product name, brand, model, working principle, power source, display method, whether dedicated for vehicles, appearance dimensions, etc. are required. Truthful declaration helps expedite customs clearance and avoid classification disputes.
Q: How to check the tax rate for vehicle clocks?
A: Tax rates change with national policies. It is recommended to check the latest tax rate through the official website of the General Administration of Customs or the International Trade Single Window. Usually, HS code 910599 and conditions such as country of origin and trade mode must be entered.
Q: If a vehicle clock has an alarm function, will the code change?
A: If the alarm is the main function, it may be classified under 910519 (other alarm clocks); if the alarm is an additional function, it is still classified under 910599. Classification is based on the main function.
Q: How to declare vehicle clocks sold via cross-border e-commerce?
A: Cross-border e-commerce declaration requires HS code, product name, quantity, value, etc. It is recommended to use 910599 and accurately fill in the declaration elements. If for personal use, personal postal articles tax may apply, and customs regulations must be followed.
Q: Is the classification of vehicle clocks affected by the power source?
A: No. Whether mechanical, quartz, or electronic, as long as it is a clock and independent of the instrument panel, it is classified under 9105. However, the working principle must be declared truthfully for customs statistics and supervision.
Q: If a vehicle clock is combined with a radio, how should it be classified?
A: If the main function of the combination is radio, it may be classified under 8527; if the main function is clock, it is classified under 9105. Judgment should be based on the main function, and advance classification may be applied for if necessary.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.