Wrist-watches; whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, with automatic winding

HS v2017 Code: 910221

About wrist-watches; whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, with automatic winding

hs code 910221 covers the import and export of wrist-watches with automatic winding mechanisms, whether or not they incorporate a stopwatch function. This is a significant industry within the broader timepiece and luxury goods sectors, with wrist-watches serving as both functional accessories and status symbols. The global trade in these specialized products plays an important role in international commerce and economic activity.

Production process

The production of wrist-watches under hs code 910221 involves a multi-step process. First, the watch movement, including the automatic winding mechanism, is assembled. This is typically done using precision machinery and skilled labor. The watch case, made from materials like stainless steel or precious metals, is then manufactured and fitted to house the movement. Finally, the watch face, hands, and other decorative elements are added to complete the timepiece.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of wrist-watches under hs code 910221 include high-quality mechanical components such as gears, springs, and jewel bearings. Specialized machinery for assembling the watch movements and cases is also essential. Additionally, the industry relies on a range of raw materials, including metals, plastics, and other materials used in the construction of the watch body and accessories.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by hs code 910221 is finished, automatic wrist-watches. These watches may be sold directly to consumers or incorporated into the production of other luxury goods, such as 420212 Handbags, with outer surface of plastic sheeting or 420231 Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, executive-cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of leather, of composition leather or of patent leather. The global trade in these specialized timepieces is an important component of the broader 930400 (Sporting goods; articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports (including table-tennis) or outdoor games, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; swimming pools and paddling pools).

Revisions to 910221

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 910221. The most recent 1 version of this code (910221) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 910221 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for wrist-watches; whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, with automatic winding

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/91'>91: Clocks and watches and parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9102'>9102: Wrist-watches, pocket-watches, stop-watches and other watches, other than those of heading no. 9101</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/910221'>910221: Wrist-watches; whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, with automatic winding</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/910211'>910211: Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) with mechanical display only</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/910212'>910212: Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) with opto-electronic display only</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/910219'>910219: Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) without mechanical or opto-electronic display</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/910229'>910229: Wrist-watches; whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, with other than automatic winding</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/910291'>910291: Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, electrically operated</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/910299'>910299: Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, other than electrically operated</a>"]

    

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