Clocks and watches and parts thereof

HS v2017 Code: 91

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
91	n/a	n/a

Code	91
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	2
Datasource	WCO

This Code: Clocks and watches and parts thereof

Child Codes: Watch cases and parts thereof; Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets and parts thereof; Instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type for vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels; Time of day recording apparatus and apparatus for measuring, recording or otherwise indicating intervals of time, with clock, watch movement or synchronous motor; Wrist-watches, pocket-watches, stop-watches and other watches; with case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal; Clocks, other, n.e.c.; Wrist-watches, pocket-watches, stop-watches and other watches, other than those of heading no. 9101; Clock or watch parts; n.e.c. in chapter 91; Clocks; with watch movements, excluding clocks of heading no. 9104; Watch movements; complete and assembled; Clock cases and cases of a similar type for other goods of this chapter and parts thereof; Watch or clock movements, complete, unassembled or partly assembled (movement sets); incomplete watch or clock movements, assembled; rough watch or clock movements; Clock movements; complete and assembled; Time switches; with clock, watch movement or synchronous motor

About clocks and watches and parts thereof

hs code 91 covers a diverse range of products that are essential to modern timekeeping and the broader economy. From wristwatches and wall clocks to specialized industrial timers, this industry plays a crucial role in providing accurate and reliable time measurement solutions across various sectors. The global clock and watch market is a multi-billion dollar industry, with a growing demand driven by factors such as technological advancements, rising disposable incomes, and the increasing need for precise time management in both personal and professional settings.

Production process

The production of clocks and watches involves a complex series of processes, including the manufacture of individual components, assembly, and quality control. Key techniques used in this industry include precision machining, electronic component integration, and intricate mechanical engineering. Automated assembly lines and specialized tools are often employed to ensure consistent quality and efficiency in the manufacturing process.

Production inputs

The clock and watch industry relies on a variety of raw materials and resources, including metals (such as 7113 (Gold), nc_link(7114)(Silver), and nc_link(7408)(Copper)), plastics, electronic components (such as 8541 Diodes, transistors, and similar semiconductor devices), and specialized machinery (such as 8456 Machine tools for working any material by removal of material, by laser or other light or photon beam, ultrasonic, electro-discharge, electro-chemical, electron beam, ionic-beam or plasma arc processes). The industry also requires skilled labor, technical expertise, and efficient supply chain management to ensure the timely production and distribution of its products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of hs code 91 are clocks, watches, and their individual parts and components. These products are then consumed by a wide range of industries and consumers, including 9101 Wrist-watches, pocket-watches and other watches, including stop-watches, 9102 Clocks with watch movements; alarm clocks and wall clocks, and 9103 Instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type for vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels.

Family tree for clocks and watches and parts thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/91'>91: Clocks and watches and parts thereof</a>"]

    
    A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9101'>9101: Wrist-watches, pocket-watches, stop-watches and other watches; with case of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9102'>9102: Wrist-watches, pocket-watches, stop-watches and other watches, other than those of heading no. 9101</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9103'>9103: Clocks; with watch movements, excluding clocks of heading no. 9104</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9104'>9104: Instrument panel clocks and clocks of a similar type for vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9105'>9105: Clocks, other, n.e.c.</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9106'>9106: Time of day recording apparatus and apparatus for measuring, recording or otherwise indicating intervals of time, with clock, watch movement or synchronous motor</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9107'>9107: Time switches; with clock, watch movement or synchronous motor</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9108'>9108: Watch movements; complete and assembled</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9109'>9109: Clock movements; complete and assembled</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9110'>9110: Watch or clock movements, complete, unassembled or partly assembled (movement sets); incomplete watch or clock movements, assembled; rough watch or clock movements</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9111'>9111: Watch cases and parts thereof</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9112'>9112: Clock cases and cases of a similar type for other goods of this chapter and parts thereof</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9113'>9113: Watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets and parts thereof</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9114'>9114: Clock or watch parts; n.e.c. in chapter 91</a>"]


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