Chapter 91 covers clocks and watches and their parts, including wristwatches, pocket watches, table clocks, wall clocks, alarm clocks, timers, clock and watch movements, clock and watch cases, clock and watch parts, etc. This chapter includes both finished timepieces and various parts and accessories used in the manufacture or repair of clocks and watches. Vehicle clocks, as a special application of timepieces, have their parts also classified in this chapter. Heading 9110 covers clock and watch parts, including clock and watch movement parts, clock and watch case parts, clock and watch glasses, clock and watch jewel bearings, clock and watch springs, etc. However, heading 9110 only includes parts solely or principally for clocks and watches, and does not include general-purpose parts (such as screws, gears, etc., if classifiable under other headings). Vehicle clock parts, if solely for vehicle clocks, are classified under this heading. Code 911090 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits 91 represent Chapter 91 (clocks and watches and their parts); digits 3-4, 10, represent heading 9110 (clock and watch parts); digits 5-6, 90, represent subheading 9110.90 (other clock and watch parts). This subheading covers other clock and watch parts not elsewhere specified, including parts solely for vehicle clocks. Vehicle clock parts are solely for vehicle clocks and fall within the scope of clock and watch parts, so they are classified under 9110. If the part is a general-purpose part (such as a standard screw), it may be classified under other chapters (such as articles of iron or steel). If it is a complete vehicle clock, it is classified under other headings such as 9105.
Chapter
Chapter 91 covers clocks and watches and their parts, including wristwatches, pocket watches, table clocks, wall clocks, alarm clocks, timers, clock and watch movements, clock and watch cases, clock and watch parts, etc. This chapter includes both finished timepieces and various parts and accessories used in the manufacture or repair of clocks and watches. Vehicle clocks, as a special application of timepieces, have their parts also classified in this chapter.
Heading
Heading 9110 covers clock and watch parts, including clock and watch movement parts, clock and watch case parts, clock and watch glasses, clock and watch jewel bearings, clock and watch springs, etc. However, heading 9110 only includes parts solely or principally for clocks and watches, and does not include general-purpose parts (such as screws, gears, etc., if classifiable under other headings). Vehicle clock parts, if solely for vehicle clocks, are classified under this heading.
Digit Breakdown
Code 911090 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits 91 represent Chapter 91 (clocks and watches and their parts); digits 3-4, 10, represent heading 9110 (clock and watch parts); digits 5-6, 90, represent subheading 9110.90 (other clock and watch parts). This subheading covers other clock and watch parts not elsewhere specified, including parts solely for vehicle clocks.
Classification Basis
Vehicle clock parts are solely for vehicle clocks and fall within the scope of clock and watch parts, so they are classified under 9110. If the part is a general-purpose part (such as a standard screw), it may be classified under other chapters (such as articles of iron or steel). If it is a complete vehicle clock, it is classified under other headings such as 9105.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as vehicle clock hands, vehicle clock movement, etc. Use: State that the part is solely for vehicle clocks, such as for automobile dashboard clocks. Material: The main material of the declared part, such as plastic, metal, glass, etc. Brand: The brand or manufacturer name of the declared part. Model: The model or specification of the declared part. Is it a dedicated part: Declare whether the part is solely for vehicle clocks. Product Name: Vehicle clock hands; Use: For automobile dashboard clock; Material: Plastic; Brand: XX; Model: ABC123; Is it a dedicated part: Yes. Incorrectly classifying a complete vehicle clock under 9110; it should be classified under 9105. Incorrectly classifying general-purpose parts (such as screws) under 9110; they should be classified under the corresponding material chapter. Failure to indicate 'vehicle', resulting in classification under other clock and watch parts.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as vehicle clock hands, vehicle clock movement, etc.
⚠️ Only writing 'clock and watch parts', which is too general.
Use
State that the part is solely for vehicle clocks, such as for automobile dashboard clocks.
⚠️ Failure to indicate 'vehicle' or 'automotive', leading to classification errors.
Material
The main material of the declared part, such as plastic, metal, glass, etc.
⚠️ Inaccurate material description, such as 'metal' without further specification.
Brand
The brand or manufacturer name of the declared part.
⚠️ No brand or failure to declare.
Model
The model or specification of the declared part.
⚠️ Incomplete model number or inconsistent with the actual item.
Is it a dedicated part
Declare whether the part is solely for vehicle clocks.
⚠️ Declaring general-purpose parts as dedicated parts.
Example: Product Name: Vehicle clock hands; Use: For automobile dashboard clock; Material: Plastic; Brand: XX; Model: ABC123; Is it a dedicated part: Yes.
Common Mistakes:
Incorrectly classifying a complete vehicle clock under 9110; it should be classified under 9105.
Incorrectly classifying general-purpose parts (such as screws) under 9110; they should be classified under the corresponding material chapter.
Failure to indicate 'vehicle', resulting in classification under other clock and watch parts.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core criteria for classification: 1. Whether the part is solely for clocks and watches; 2. Whether it is used for vehicle clocks; 3. Whether it falls within the scope of parts listed in heading 9110; 4. Whether it is excluded by a more specific heading in another chapter. 9105 Other clocks: 9105 is for complete clocks, 9110 is for parts. If a complete vehicle clock is imported, it should be classified under 9105. 8708 Motor vehicle parts: 8708 is for general motor vehicle parts. If vehicle clock parts are general motor vehicle parts (such as mounting brackets), they may be classified under 8708. 8543 Other electrical equipment: If vehicle clock parts are electronic modules with independent functions, they may be classified under 8543. 3926 Plastic articles: If vehicle clock parts are made of plastic and are not dedicated, they may be classified under 3926. Is the part solely for clocks and watches? Is the part used for vehicle clocks? Does the part fall within the scope of 9110? Can the part be classified under another more specific heading? Is the part a general-purpose part?
Basis
Core criteria for classification: 1. Whether the part is solely for clocks and watches; 2. Whether it is used for vehicle clocks; 3. Whether it falls within the scope of parts listed in heading 9110; 4. Whether it is excluded by a more specific heading in another chapter.
Confused Codes:
9105 - Other clocks
9105 is for complete clocks, 9110 is for parts. If a complete vehicle clock is imported, it should be classified under 9105.
8708 - Motor vehicle parts
8708 is for general motor vehicle parts. If vehicle clock parts are general motor vehicle parts (such as mounting brackets), they may be classified under 8708.
8543 - Other electrical equipment
If vehicle clock parts are electronic modules with independent functions, they may be classified under 8543.
3926 - Plastic articles
If vehicle clock parts are made of plastic and are not dedicated, they may be classified under 3926.
Self-Check:
✓ Is the part solely for clocks and watches?
✓ Is the part used for vehicle clocks?
✓ Does the part fall within the scope of 9110?
✓ Can the part be classified under another more specific heading?
✓ Is the part a general-purpose part?
❓ FAQ
Is there a difference in classification between vehicle clock parts and ordinary clock parts? No difference, both are classified under 9110, but 'vehicle' must be indicated during declaration to clarify the use. Which code are vehicle clock glasses classified under? If solely for vehicle clocks, they are classified under 9110.90; if they are general-purpose glass, they may be classified under 7007. Are vehicle clock movements classified under 9110 or 9108? 9108 is for complete movements, 9110 is for movement parts. If a complete movement is imported, it is classified under 9108; if it is a movement part, it is classified under 9110. How to determine whether a vehicle clock part is dedicated? Based on design, shape, use, etc. If it can only be used for vehicle clocks, it is a dedicated part. What declaration elements are required for importing vehicle clock parts? Product name, use, material, brand, model, whether it is a dedicated part, etc. must be declared. How to check the tax rate for vehicle clock parts? You can check the customs tariff or consult a customs broker. Tax rates may change, so the latest version shall prevail. Can vehicle clock parts be classified as automobile parts? If they are general automobile parts, they can be classified under 8708; if they are solely for clocks and watches, they should be classified under 9110.
Q: Is there a difference in classification between vehicle clock parts and ordinary clock parts?
A: No difference, both are classified under 9110, but 'vehicle' must be indicated during declaration to clarify the use.
Q: Which code are vehicle clock glasses classified under?
A: If solely for vehicle clocks, they are classified under 9110.90; if they are general-purpose glass, they may be classified under 7007.
Q: Are vehicle clock movements classified under 9110 or 9108?
A: 9108 is for complete movements, 9110 is for movement parts. If a complete movement is imported, it is classified under 9108; if it is a movement part, it is classified under 9110.
Q: How to determine whether a vehicle clock part is dedicated?
A: Based on design, shape, use, etc. If it can only be used for vehicle clocks, it is a dedicated part.
Q: What declaration elements are required for importing vehicle clock parts?
A: Product name, use, material, brand, model, whether it is a dedicated part, etc. must be declared.
Q: How to check the tax rate for vehicle clock parts?
A: You can check the customs tariff or consult a customs broker. Tax rates may change, so the latest version shall prevail.
Q: Can vehicle clock parts be classified as automobile parts?
A: If they are general automobile parts, they can be classified under 8708; if they are solely for clocks and watches, they should be classified under 9110.
⚠️ 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.