Chapter 91 covers clocks and watches and their parts, including timekeepers, clocks, watches, time recorders, instruments for measuring, recording or otherwise indicating intervals of time, and their parts. This chapter also covers clock and watch movements for use in equipment of other chapters, but specific conditions must be met. Vehicle dials as part of vehicle instruments are classified in this chapter if their core function is timekeeping or indicating time; if they merely indicate non-time parameters such as speed or RPM, they may be classified in other chapters. Heading 9111 covers watch and clock cases and their parts, including watch cases, clock cases and similar cases, as well as parts specially or principally for watch and clock cases. Vehicle dials are classified in this heading if they form part of a watch or clock case, or themselves constitute a watch or clock case. However, note that if the dial merely serves as a display panel for a vehicle instrument and does not have the function of a watch or clock case, it may be classified in other headings. The first 2 digits 91 represent Chapter 91 (clocks and watches and their parts). Digits 3-4, 11, represent heading 9111 (watch and clock cases and their parts). Digits 5-6, 20, represent subheading 911120, specifically vehicle dials. This subheading is a specific named line under 9111, referring specifically to dials for vehicles, usually as a component of a watch or clock case. When classifying, it is necessary to confirm whether the dial is specially for vehicle clocks and watches, or a general clock and watch part. Vehicle dials are classified under 911120 because they are specially for vehicles and serve as part of or an accessory to a watch or clock case. If the dial is merely an ordinary clock or watch part, it is classified under other subheadings of 9111; if the dial is part of a vehicle instrument panel but has no clock or watch function, it is classified under Chapter 87. Therefore, confirming its association with a watch or clock case is key.

Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "vehicle dial", "automobile clock dial", etc., which must be consistent with the actual goods. Use: State that the dial is specially for vehicle clocks and watches, such as "for automobile clock display", rather than other uses. Material: The main material of the dial, such as plastic, metal, glass, etc., which affects classification and tax rate. Brand: The brand or manufacturer of the dial; if there is no brand, indicate "no brand". Model: The specific model or part number of the dial, for ease of identification. Whether specially for clocks and watches: Clearly state whether it is specially for watch and clock cases; if yes, classify under 911120, otherwise it may be classified under other codes. Size: The dimensions of the dial (such as diameter, thickness), which help confirm its use. Product name: vehicle dial; Use: specially for automobile clock display; Material: plastic; Brand: no brand; Model: ABC-123; Whether specially for clocks and watches: yes; Size: diameter 50mm. Incorrectly classifying vehicle dials as automobile parts (Chapter 87), ignoring their clock and watch attributes. Failing to clarify whether the dial is specially for clocks and watches, leading to classification disputes. Inaccurate declaration of material, affecting classification and tax rate.

The core basis for classification is whether the dial is specially for watch and clock cases and whether it forms part of a watch or clock case. According to HS notes, 9111 includes watch and clock cases and their parts, while 911120 specifically refers to vehicle dials. If the dial merely serves as a display panel for a vehicle instrument and does not have a clock or watch function, it should be classified under Chapter 87. Therefore, a comprehensive judgment must be made based on product function, use and design features. 870899 Other vehicle parts: 870899 covers other parts for vehicles, but if the dial is specially for clocks and watches, it is classified under 911120. The core difference lies in whether it has a clock or watch function. 911190 Other watch and clock case parts: 911190 covers other watch and clock case parts, but vehicle dials have a specific named line and should preferentially be classified under 911120. 902920 Speedometers, etc.: 902920 includes speedometers, tachometers, etc. If the dial merely indicates speed, it is classified under this code rather than 911120. 910599 Other clocks: 910599 covers other clocks. If the vehicle dial is part of a complete clock, it may be classified under this code, but a separate dial is still classified under 911120. Is the dial specially for vehicle clocks and watches? Does the dial form part of a watch or clock case? Does the dial have a timekeeping function? Is the dial used only to indicate non-time parameters? Does the material of the dial affect classification?

What is the difference in HS codes between vehicle dials and automobile instrument panels? If a vehicle dial is specially for clock or watch display, it is classified under 911120; if an automobile instrument panel is used to indicate speed, fuel level, etc., it is usually classified under Chapter 87 or 9029. The key difference lies in function: timekeeping vs non-timekeeping. How can one determine whether a vehicle dial is specially for clocks and watches? Check the product design: if the dial is used in conjunction with a clock or watch movement and only displays time, it is specially for clocks and watches; if it is connected to vehicle sensors to display other parameters, it is not. Product manuals or technical drawings may be referenced. In the declaration elements for vehicle dials, how should the material be filled in? The material should be filled in as the main material, such as plastic, metal, glass, etc. If it is a composite material, the main components must be indicated. Material affects classification and tax rate, so it must be accurate. If a vehicle dial has a backlight function, will it affect classification? A backlight function usually does not affect classification; as long as the dial is still specially for clock or watch display, it is still classified under 911120. However, if the backlight module is declared separately, it may need to be classified separately. What documents are required when importing vehicle dials? Usually a contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, product manual, etc. are required. If customs questions the classification, a functional description or test report may be required. If vehicle dials are exported to the EU, is the HS code the same? The EU uses the same first 6 digits of the HS code, but the later digits may differ. The EU CN code may be more detailed, and the EU TARIC database should be consulted for confirmation. For vehicle dials classified under 911120, how is the tax rate checked? The tax rate must be determined according to the importing country and country of origin. It can be checked on the importing country's customs official website or by using the WTO tariff database. For imports into China, the Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China can be consulted. If vehicle dials are in complete sets of unassembled parts, how are they classified? If the unassembled parts constitute an incomplete watch or clock case and have the essential character, they are still classified under 911120. If the unassembled parts are incomplete, they may be classified as parts, requiring specific analysis.