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. The core of this chapter lies in the 'timekeeping function' or 'time display function', but heading 9112 specifically refers to clock cases and parts of clocks, and does not include complete clock movements (classified under 9109 or 9110). Classification within the chapter is based on function, material, and use, and attention must be paid to distinguishing it from Chapter 85 electronic equipment, Chapter 70 glass lenses, and Chapter 83 base metal articles. Heading 9112 covers clock cases (including clock housings, outer shells, and frames) and parts of clocks (such as clock dials, hands, pendulums, springs, etc.), but excludes clock movements (classified under 9109 or 9110) and watch cases and their parts (classified under 9111). As a dedicated part of clocks, the clock dial is used to display time graduations and is usually used in conjunction with a clock movement. Regardless of material (metal, plastic, glass, etc.), it is classified under this heading. Code 911220 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits '91' represent Chapter 91, clocks and watches and their parts; digits 3-4 '12' represent heading 9112, namely clock cases and parts of clocks; digits 5-6 '20' represent subheading 9112.20, specifically 'clock dials'. Therefore, 911220 specifically refers to clock dials, namely the dial or face of a clock, used to indicate time, and does not include other parts such as clock cases or hands. It should be noted that subheading 9112.20 applies only to clock dials, while watch dials are classified under 9111.90 (watch case parts) or 9114 (other clock or watch parts). As a dedicated part of a clock, the vehicle clock dial functions to display time graduations and is a part of a clock rather than a complete clock. It is not classified under 9105 (other clocks) because it does not constitute a complete clock; it is not classified under 9111 (watch cases) because it is used for clocks rather than watches; it is not classified under 9114 (other clock or watch parts) because 9112 specifically lists clock dials. Therefore, according to General Rules of Interpretation 1 and 6, it is classified under 911220.
Chapter
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. The core of this chapter lies in the 'timekeeping function' or 'time display function', but heading 9112 specifically refers to clock cases and parts of clocks, and does not include complete clock movements (classified under 9109 or 9110). Classification within the chapter is based on function, material, and use, and attention must be paid to distinguishing it from Chapter 85 electronic equipment, Chapter 70 glass lenses, and Chapter 83 base metal articles.
Heading
Heading 9112 covers clock cases (including clock housings, outer shells, and frames) and parts of clocks (such as clock dials, hands, pendulums, springs, etc.), but excludes clock movements (classified under 9109 or 9110) and watch cases and their parts (classified under 9111). As a dedicated part of clocks, the clock dial is used to display time graduations and is usually used in conjunction with a clock movement. Regardless of material (metal, plastic, glass, etc.), it is classified under this heading.
Digit Breakdown
Code 911220 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits '91' represent Chapter 91, clocks and watches and their parts; digits 3-4 '12' represent heading 9112, namely clock cases and parts of clocks; digits 5-6 '20' represent subheading 9112.20, specifically 'clock dials'. Therefore, 911220 specifically refers to clock dials, namely the dial or face of a clock, used to indicate time, and does not include other parts such as clock cases or hands. It should be noted that subheading 9112.20 applies only to clock dials, while watch dials are classified under 9111.90 (watch case parts) or 9114 (other clock or watch parts).
Classification Basis
As a dedicated part of a clock, the vehicle clock dial functions to display time graduations and is a part of a clock rather than a complete clock. It is not classified under 9105 (other clocks) because it does not constitute a complete clock; it is not classified under 9111 (watch cases) because it is used for clocks rather than watches; it is not classified under 9114 (other clock or watch parts) because 9112 specifically lists clock dials. Therefore, according to General Rules of Interpretation 1 and 6, it is classified under 911220.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: Declare the commodity name, which should be accurately described as 'vehicle clock dial' or 'clock dial', and avoid using confusing names such as 'car clock'. Material: Declare the main material of the clock dial, such as plastic, metal (aluminum, steel, etc.), glass, etc. Material affects classification, but clock dials are always classified under 911220. Use: Clearly state that it is used for a vehicle clock or automobile instrument panel, to distinguish it from household clocks, wall clocks, etc. Brand: Declare the brand name (if there is no brand, declare 'no brand'). Brand does not affect classification but is required for declaration. Model: Declare the specific model or part number to facilitate customs identification. Whether it contains a movement: State whether the clock dial contains a movement or electronic components. A pure clock dial does not contain a movement. Size: Declare the diameter or overall dimensions of the clock dial, in millimeters. Customs declaration example:
Product name: Vehicle clock dial
Material: Plastic (ABS)
Use: Used for automobile instrument panel clock
Brand: XX brand
Model: CD-123
Whether it contains a movement: No
Size: Diameter 60 mm
HS code: 91122000
Remarks: This commodity is a clock dial, without a clock movement, imported separately. Mistakenly declaring a complete vehicle clock with a movement as a clock dial, which should be classified under 9105. Mistakenly declaring a watch dial (used for watches) as a clock dial, which should be classified under 9111 or 9114. Ignoring material declaration, leading customs to question the classification.
Product name
Declare the commodity name, which should be accurately described as 'vehicle clock dial' or 'clock dial', and avoid using confusing names such as 'car clock'.
⚠️ Misreporting it as a 'car clock' or 'clock', resulting in classification under the heading for complete clocks.
Material
Declare the main material of the clock dial, such as plastic, metal (aluminum, steel, etc.), glass, etc. Material affects classification, but clock dials are always classified under 911220.
⚠️ Reporting only 'plastic' without stating whether it contains metal parts, or misreporting it as 'glass lens'.
Use
Clearly state that it is used for a vehicle clock or automobile instrument panel, to distinguish it from household clocks, wall clocks, etc.
⚠️ Generally reporting 'used for clocks' without specifying vehicle use, which may raise questions about the use.
Brand
Declare the brand name (if there is no brand, declare 'no brand'). Brand does not affect classification but is required for declaration.
⚠️ Omitting the brand or misreporting it as another brand.
Model
Declare the specific model or part number to facilitate customs identification.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or inconsistency with the actual item.
Whether it contains a movement
State whether the clock dial contains a movement or electronic components. A pure clock dial does not contain a movement.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring a complete clock with a movement as a clock dial.
Size
Declare the diameter or overall dimensions of the clock dial, in millimeters.
⚠️ Incorrect size unit or failure to provide it.
Example： Customs declaration example:
Product name: Vehicle clock dial
Material: Plastic (ABS)
Use: Used for automobile instrument panel clock
Brand: XX brand
Model: CD-123
Whether it contains a movement: No
Size: Diameter 60 mm
HS code: 91122000
Remarks: This commodity is a clock dial, without a clock movement, imported separately.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly declaring a complete vehicle clock with a movement as a clock dial, which should be classified under 9105.
Mistakenly declaring a watch dial (used for watches) as a clock dial, which should be classified under 9111 or 9114.
Ignoring material declaration, leading customs to question the classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: whether the commodity is a dedicated part of a clock, and specifically a clock dial. According to the notes to Chapter 91 of the Import and Export Tariff, clock dials are parts of clocks and are classified under 9112. If the clock dial is assembled with a movement into a complete clock, it is classified under 9105. If it is a watch dial, it is classified under 9111 or 9114. In addition, it is necessary to confirm whether the clock dial has an independent function; if it serves only as a decorative piece, it may be classified under other chapters. 9105 Other clocks: 9105 covers complete clocks, including movement and clock dial; 911220 covers only clock dial parts, without a movement. 9111 Watch cases and their parts: 9111 is used for cases and parts of wristwatches or pocket watches, while 911220 is used for clock dials, with different uses and sizes. 9114 Other clock or watch parts: 9114 covers clock or watch parts not elsewhere specified, such as hands and springs; clock dials are already named in 9112 and are preferentially classified under 911220. 8708 Motor vehicle parts and accessories: 8708 is used for general motor vehicle parts, but as a dedicated part of a clock, the clock dial should be classified under Chapter 91. Has it been confirmed that the commodity is a clock dial rather than a complete clock? Has it been confirmed that it is used for clocks rather than watches? Has it been confirmed that it does not contain a movement? Has it been confirmed that material does not affect classification? Has the text of tariff subheading 9112.20 been checked?
Basis
Core basis for classification: whether the commodity is a dedicated part of a clock, and specifically a clock dial. According to the notes to Chapter 91 of the Import and Export Tariff, clock dials are parts of clocks and are classified under 9112. If the clock dial is assembled with a movement into a complete clock, it is classified under 9105. If it is a watch dial, it is classified under 9111 or 9114. In addition, it is necessary to confirm whether the clock dial has an independent function; if it serves only as a decorative piece, it may be classified under other chapters.
Confused Codes：
9105 - Other clocks
9105 covers complete clocks, including movement and clock dial; 911220 covers only clock dial parts, without a movement.
9111 - Watch cases and their parts
9111 is used for cases and parts of wristwatches or pocket watches, while 911220 is used for clock dials, with different uses and sizes.
9114 - Other clock or watch parts
9114 covers clock or watch parts not elsewhere specified, such as hands and springs; clock dials are already named in 9112 and are preferentially classified under 911220.
8708 - Motor vehicle parts and accessories
8708 is used for general motor vehicle parts, but as a dedicated part of a clock, the clock dial should be classified under Chapter 91.
Self-Check：
✓ Has it been confirmed that the commodity is a clock dial rather than a complete clock?
✓ Has it been confirmed that it is used for clocks rather than watches?
✓ Has it been confirmed that it does not contain a movement?
✓ Has it been confirmed that material does not affect classification?
✓ Has the text of tariff subheading 9112.20 been checked?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference between a vehicle clock dial and a car clock? A vehicle clock dial is a part of a clock, displays only graduations, does not contain a movement, and is classified under 911220; a car clock is a complete clock, contains a movement, and is classified under 9105. At import, they must be distinguished according to whether they contain a movement. How can I check the tax rate for 911220? Tax rates may change. You can check through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or the latest version of the Import and Export Tariff. It is recommended to use an HS code query tool and enter 911220 to obtain the real-time tax rate. If the clock dial is made of glass, is it classified under Chapter 70? It is not classified under Chapter 70. Although the clock dial is made of glass, as a dedicated part of a clock, according to General Rule of Interpretation 1, it should be classified under 911220. Chapter 70 covers only unworked glass or general glass products. If the clock dial has electronic light-emitting elements, does this affect classification? It does not affect classification. As long as it is still a clock dial, it is classified under 911220. However, if the electronic elements give it other functions (such as displaying other information), the classification may change. What declaration elements are required for importing clock dials? Product name, material, use, brand, model, whether it contains a movement, size, etc. are required. The specific requirements are subject to customs requirements. It is recommended to refer to the Customs Import and Export Commodity Specification Declaration Catalog of the People's Republic of China. Can clock dials and watch dials be classified under the same code? No. Clock dials are classified under 911220, and watch dials are classified under 9111 or 9114. Their uses are different: clock dials are used for clocks, and watch dials are used for wristwatches, so they must be strictly distinguished. If a clock dial is imported together with a clock case, how is it classified? If the clock dial and clock case are not assembled, classify them separately: clock dial 911220, clock case 9112.90; if they have been assembled into a complete clock, classify under 9105. What regulatory method applies to cross-border e-commerce retail import of clock dials? Cross-border e-commerce retail import applies the cross-border e-commerce retail imported goods list, and it is necessary to confirm whether clock dials are on the list. Regulatory method codes include 1210, 9610, etc., subject to customs regulations.
Q: What is the difference between a vehicle clock dial and a car clock?
A: A vehicle clock dial is a part of a clock, displays only graduations, does not contain a movement, and is classified under 911220; a car clock is a complete clock, contains a movement, and is classified under 9105. At import, they must be distinguished according to whether they contain a movement.
Q: How can I check the tax rate for 911220?
A: Tax rates may change. You can check through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or the latest version of the Import and Export Tariff. It is recommended to use an HS code query tool and enter 911220 to obtain the real-time tax rate.
Q: If the clock dial is made of glass, is it classified under Chapter 70?
A: It is not classified under Chapter 70. Although the clock dial is made of glass, as a dedicated part of a clock, according to General Rule of Interpretation 1, it should be classified under 911220. Chapter 70 covers only unworked glass or general glass products.
Q: If the clock dial has electronic light-emitting elements, does this affect classification?
A: It does not affect classification. As long as it is still a clock dial, it is classified under 911220. However, if the electronic elements give it other functions (such as displaying other information), the classification may change.
Q: What declaration elements are required for importing clock dials?
A: Product name, material, use, brand, model, whether it contains a movement, size, etc. are required. The specific requirements are subject to customs requirements. It is recommended to refer to the Customs Import and Export Commodity Specification Declaration Catalog of the People's Republic of China.
Q: Can clock dials and watch dials be classified under the same code?
A: No. Clock dials are classified under 911220, and watch dials are classified under 9111 or 9114. Their uses are different: clock dials are used for clocks, and watch dials are used for wristwatches, so they must be strictly distinguished.
Q: If a clock dial is imported together with a clock case, how is it classified?
A: If the clock dial and clock case are not assembled, classify them separately: clock dial 911220, clock case 9112.90; if they have been assembled into a complete clock, classify under 9105.
Q: What regulatory method applies to cross-border e-commerce retail import of clock dials?
A: Cross-border e-commerce retail import applies the cross-border e-commerce retail imported goods list, and it is necessary to confirm whether clock dials are on the list. Regulatory method codes include 1210, 9610, etc., subject to customs regulations.
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