Chapter 91 covers clocks and watches and their parts, including wristwatches, pocket watches, clocks, instrument panel clocks and similar articles, as well as watch movements, cases, straps and other dedicated parts. The core function of goods in this chapter is timekeeping or time display, but parts such as watch straps are classified in this chapter even when presented separately. It should be noted that this chapter does not cover toy clocks and watches (Chapter 95) or measuring and navigational instruments (Chapter 90). Heading 9110 specifically covers watch movements, watch parts and accessories, including watch straps, watch chains and parts thereof. Watch straps under this heading may be made of any material, such as leather, metal, plastic, textiles, etc., but must be straps dedicated to wristwatches or similar timepieces. Vehicle-mounted watch straps, as a type of watch strap, are also classified under this heading. Code 911019 is a six-digit subheading: the first two digits 91 represent Chapter 91 (clocks and watches and their parts); digits 3-4, 10, represent heading 9110 (watch movements, watch parts and accessories); digits 5-6, 19, represent subheading 9110.19, namely "other watch straps." Subheading 9110.19 covers watch straps made of all materials other than metal watch straps (subheading 9110.11) and precious metal watch straps (subheading 9110.12). Therefore, if a vehicle-mounted watch strap is made of non-metal materials such as leather, plastic, or textiles, it is classified under this code. A vehicle-mounted watch strap is a structure specifically used to secure a vehicle-mounted clock or watch, and is essentially a type of watch strap. According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the HS, this product is a watch part, and since the material is not precious metal or metal, it is classified under 9110.19. If the strap is made of metal, it should be classified under 9110.11; if made of precious metal, it should be classified under 9110.12.

Product Name: The specific name of the declared product, such as "vehicle-mounted watch strap," which should accurately reflect the product's use and material. Material: The main material of the watch strap, such as leather, plastic, textiles, metal, etc., which must be specified. Brand: The brand name of the watch strap; if there is no brand, enter "none." Model: The model or article number of the watch strap, used to identify the specific product. Use: Clearly state that it is used for securing a vehicle-mounted clock or watch, such as "vehicle-mounted watch strap." Whether Made of Precious Metal: Confirm whether the watch strap contains precious metal components, such as gold, silver, platinum, etc. Packaging Specifications: The packaging method of the watch strap, such as single-piece packing or multi-piece packing, which affects the dutiable value. Product Name: vehicle-mounted watch strap; Material: leather; Brand: XYZ; Model: CS-100; Use: for securing a vehicle-mounted clock; Whether Made of Precious Metal: No; Packaging Specifications: single-piece retail packaging. Mistakenly classifying vehicle-mounted watch straps as auto parts (Chapter 87), ignoring their essential nature as watch parts. Inaccurate declaration of material, such as declaring a plastic watch strap as leather, affecting subheading classification. Failing to distinguish between metal watch straps and non-metal watch straps, leading to confusion between subheadings 9110.11 and 9110.19.

Core basis for classification: 1. Product function: a watch strap specifically used for a vehicle-mounted clock or watch; 2. Material: non-precious metal, non-metal; 3. Use: watch part. According to HS notes, watch straps are classified under Chapter 91 even when presented separately. If the watch strap is presented together with a watch, it is classified as the watch; when presented separately, it is classified under the corresponding subheading according to the material of the strap. 911011 Metal watch straps: 911011 covers watch straps made of metal, including stainless steel, alloys, etc.; 911019 covers watch straps made of non-metal materials, such as leather, plastic, and textiles. 911012 Precious metal watch straps: 911012 covers watch straps made of precious metal or clad with precious metal, which are high in value; 911019 covers non-precious metal materials, and a strict distinction is required. 870899 Other auto parts: 870899 covers general auto parts, but vehicle-mounted watch straps are dedicated watch parts and should be classified under Chapter 91. 630790 Other textile articles: 630790 covers made-up textile articles, but if a watch strap is made of textile material and is dedicated to clocks or watches, it is still classified under 911019. Is it clearly specified as dedicated to a vehicle-mounted clock or watch? Is the material non-precious metal and non-metal? Is it presented separately rather than together with a watch? Are the brand and model declared completely? Is there any confusion between auto parts and watch parts?

Is there a difference in HS code between a vehicle-mounted watch strap and an ordinary watch strap? There is no difference. As long as the watch strap is dedicated to clocks or watches (including vehicle-mounted clocks), it is classified under heading 9110 regardless of whether it is vehicle-mounted. The specific subheading depends on the material: metal under 9110.11, precious metal under 9110.12, and other materials under 9110.19. How can it be determined whether a watch strap is made of precious metal? Made of precious metal means the watch strap as a whole is made of precious metals such as gold, silver, or platinum, or its surface is clad with precious metal and the cladding plays the principal role. If it is only plated or contains a small amount of precious metal fittings, it is still classified as non-precious metal. Are vehicle-mounted watch straps and car steering wheel covers classified under the same chapter? No. Steering wheel covers are generally classified as auto parts under Chapter 87, while vehicle-mounted watch straps are watch parts classified under Chapter 91. Classification should be determined based on the product's main function and use. If a watch strap is imported together with a vehicle-mounted clock, how should it be declared? If they are presented together and constitute a complete set of goods, they should be classified as a vehicle-mounted clock under heading 9105 (other clocks). If presented separately, the watch strap is classified under 9110 and the clock under 9105. Do plastic vehicle-mounted watch straps and leather vehicle-mounted watch straps have the same code? Yes, both are classified under 9110.19, because subheading 9110.19 covers watch straps made of all non-metal and non-precious metal materials. However, the material must be truthfully declared at the time of declaration to facilitate customs statistics and value assessment. What is the export tax rebate rate for HS code 911019? The export tax rebate rate is subject to adjustment in accordance with national policies. It is recommended to check the latest rebate rate through the official website of the General Administration of Customs or the State Taxation Administration, or consult a professional customs broker. Can 911019 be used for cross-border e-commerce retail export of vehicle-mounted watch straps? Yes. As long as the product meets the definition of a vehicle-mounted watch strap, the same HS code is used whether for general trade or cross-border e-commerce. However, it should be noted that cross-border e-commerce has specific declaration requirements, such as list-based release. What regulatory documents are required for import of watch straps classified under 911019? Usually no special regulatory documents are required, but if endangered animal leather (such as crocodile leather) is involved, a CITES certificate must be provided. It is recommended to check the regulatory conditions in the Import and Export Tariff according to the specific material.