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HSChapter 91
U.S. imports of clock & watch parts, not elsewhere specified (HS 911490) totaled $4.2M in April 2026, traded with 21 countries.
Importers of Clock & Watch Parts, Not Elsewhere Specified paid $726K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 18% on $4.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataThe catch-all heading for clock and watch components covers a technically diverse range of precision parts: jewels (9114901000), watch and clock movement assemblies and subassemblies (9114901500, 9114903000), hairsprings and mainsprings (9114903400–9114903800), and residual parts for watches and clocks (9114904000, 9114905000, 9114909000). Switzerland leads US import supply — reflecting its unmatched depth in precision movement components — with China, the United Kingdom, Vietnam, and Japan also contributing across different product tiers. The breadth of this heading means classification disputes often arise when a component could plausibly fall under a more specific heading elsewhere in Chapter 91.
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Watch jewels classified under 9114901000 are synthetic or natural stones (typically ruby or sapphire) used as bearings in watch movements to reduce friction and wear. They are distinguished from gem-quality precious stones by their industrial function and are classified in Chapter 91 rather than Chapter 71. Importers should document the intended horological use to support classification.
Assemblies and subassemblies for watch movements (9114901500) must be distinguished from complete movements (classified in heading 9108) and from individual parts. CBP applies the incomplete-article rule: if the assembly has the essential character of a complete movement, it may be classified as a movement rather than a part. Importers should obtain technical specifications from the manufacturer and consider a binding ruling if the assembly's completeness is ambiguous.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWITZERLAND | $3.1M | $284K | -$2.9M |
| MEXICO | $3K | $461K | +$459K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $432K | -- | -$432K |
| CHINA | $386K | $6K | -$380K |
| CANADA | $73K | $51K | -$22K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9114904000 | PARTS FOR WATCHES, NESOI | $2.6M | 19.13% | $502K |
| 9114905000 | PARTS FOR CLOCKS, NESOI | $995K | 15.98% | $147K |
| 9114901500 | ASSEMBLIES & SUBASSEMBLIES FOR WATCH MOVEMENTS | $300K | 17.20% | $50K |
| 9114901000 | CLOCK OR WATCH JEWELS | $225K | 10.00% | $23K |
| 9114903000 | ASSEMBLIES & SUBASSEMBLIES FOR CLOCK MOVEMENTS | $54K | 4.65% | $3K |
| 9114903400 | SPRINGS, INCLUDING HAIRSPRINGS FOR WATCHES | $13K | 17.31% | $2K |
| 9114903800 | SPRINGS, INCLUDING HAIRSPRINGS FOR CLOCKS | $0 | -- | -- |
PARTS FOR WATCHES, NESOI
PARTS FOR CLOCKS, NESOI
ASSEMBLIES & SUBASSEMBLIES FOR WATCH MOVEMENTS
CLOCK OR WATCH JEWELS
ASSEMBLIES & SUBASSEMBLIES FOR CLOCK MOVEMENTS
SPRINGS, INCLUDING HAIRSPRINGS FOR WATCHES
SPRINGS, INCLUDING HAIRSPRINGS FOR CLOCKS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9114901000 | CLOCK OR WATCH JEWELS | $600K |
| 9114909000 | PARTS FOR CLOCKS OR WATCHES, NESOI | $472K |
| 9114903500 | SPRINGS INCLUDING HAIR-SPRINGS FOR CLOCKS OR WATCH | $0 |
CLOCK OR WATCH JEWELS
3.0K no
PARTS FOR CLOCKS OR WATCHES, NESOI
1.8K kg
SPRINGS INCLUDING HAIR-SPRINGS FOR CLOCKS OR WATCH
WRST WATCH, NT BATTERY, CASE BASE METAL, AUTOMATIC
HS 910221
WRST WATCH, BATTERY, MECHANICAL DISPLY, BASE METAL
HS 910211
WRST WATCH, NT BATTERY, PRECIOUS METAL, AUTOMATIC
HS 910121
WRIST WATCHES, NT BATTERY, BASE METAL, W/O AUTOMAT
HS 910229
WRST WATCH, BATTERY, PRECIOUS METAL, MECH DISPLAY
HS 910111
WRIST WATCHE, NT BATTERY, PRECIOUS METAL W/O AUTOM
HS 910129
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $1.3M | $22K | -$1.2M |
| Texas | $464K | $658K | +$194K |
| New Jersey | $715K | $62K | -$654K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $1.4M | $84K | -$1.3M |
| NEW ORLEANS, LA | $253K | $445K | +$192K |
| NEWARK, NJ | $607K | -- | -$607K |