HS Code 9110

Watch and Clock Movement Sets and Rough Movements

HS code 9110 covers complete but unassembled watch or clock movements, incomplete assembled movements, and rough movement blanks for horological manufacturing.

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HS Code 9110 — Watch and Clock Movement Sets and Rough Movements

This code covers watch or clock movements that are not yet finished or fully operational. It includes unassembled movement sets, partly assembled movements, and rough movements known as 'ebauches' that require further processing to function.

What's included

  • Unassembled movement sets
  • Partly assembled movements
  • Rough movements (ebauches)
  • Incomplete watch movements

What's excluded

  • Finished watch movements → use 9108 (Fully assembled and functional movements belong in their specific finished categories.)

Common examples

  • ETA 2824-2 unassembled kit
  • Mechanical movement ebauche
  • Quartz movement sub-assemblies
  • Incomplete clock movement plates

Frequently asked questions

What qualifies as a 'rough' movement (ebauche)?

It is an incomplete movement consisting of at least the main plate and bridges, requiring the addition of escapements and balance wheels.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
  • Documentation: Invoices should specify if the sets are complete or incomplete to ensure correct valuation.
  • Typical shipping mode: Air
  • Top exporters: Switzerland, Japan, China
  • Top importers: Hong Kong, Switzerland, Thailand

Key takeaway

Used primarily by manufacturers for final assembly and local calibration of timepieces.

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