What is the customs duty for With mechanical display only (code 910211)?

The standard EU customs duty rate for code 910211 is 4.5% MIN 0.3 EUR / p/st MAX 0.8 EUR / p/st. This rate applies to imports from third countries (erga omnes). Lower preferential rates may apply for countries with trade agreements.

What VAT applies to imports under code 910211?

The standard import VAT rate is 23%. VAT is calculated on the customs value plus duty and any applicable excise taxes.

What documents are needed to import goods under code 910211?

Importing goods under code 910211 may require 24 types of documents and certificates. See the tariff measures table on this page for details on required documentation.

How to calculate import costs for code 910211?

Use the Celna24 customs calculator - enter the goods value, country of origin, and code 910211, and the calculator will compute the duty, VAT, and total import cost.

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91021100

CLOCKS AND WATCHES AND PARTS THEREOF›Wristwatches, pocket-watches and other watches, including stopwatches, other than those of heading 9101

With mechanical display only

Standard EU duty

4.5% MIN 0.3 EUR / p/st MAX 0.8 EUR / p/st

VAT

23%

Additional duties / sanctions

0 rules

Docs required

24 docs

C400Y900Y935E012Y903X803+18

Standard rates

Applies to	Type	Rate	Conditions	Regulation
ERGA OMNES	Third country duty	4.5% MIN 0.3 EUR / NAR MAX 0.8 EUR / NAR	-	R2261/98

Preferences

AD 0%AL 0%BA 0%CA 0%CAMER 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%EUCA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP 0%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%JP 0%KE 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%ME 0%MK 0%MX 0%NZ 0%PE 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%UA 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XK 0%XL 0%XS 0%ZA 0%

Notes

CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)

TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.

CD727Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of an origin declaration stating the European Union origin of the goods, in the context of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).

CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf

CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.

Declaration of subheading submitted to physical restrictions (net weight/supplementary unit)

ERGA OMNESR0952/13

Conditions

R001Ratio "net weight/supplementary unit" is equal to or higher than the condition amount: 1.2 kg- Declaration to be corrected - box 33, 37, 38, 41 or 46 // D.E. 6/14, 6/15, 1/10, 6/1, 6/2 or 8/6 // D.E. 18 09 057 000, 18 09 058 000, 11 09 001 000, 18 01 000 000, 18 02 000 000 or 99 06 000 000 incorrect
R002Ratio "net weight/supplementary unit" is equal to or higher than the condition amount: 0 kg- Declared subheading allowed

Notes

CD801Declaration under this goods code is only allowed if the threshold values (net weight/supplementary unit) are respected. If not, check the respective figures and correct if necessary. Otherwise, another goods code should be declared.

Import control - CITES

ERGA OMNESR0966/23

Documents / references

C400Y900

Conditions

Y001Other conditions: C400- Import/export allowed after control
Y002Other conditions: Y900- Import/export allowed after control
Y003Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control

Notes

CD370If the product is mentioned in the list annexed to Regulation (EC) No 338/97 and its last amendments, an import authorization must be presented.

Restriction on export

ALLTCR1210/03

Notes

TM571The following shall be prohibited: a) the export of or removal from the territory of the Community of, and b) the dealing in, Iraqi cultural property and other items of archaeological, historical, cultural, rare scientific and religious importance, if they have been illegally removed from locations in Iraq, in particular, if: i) the items form an integral part of either the public collections listed in the inventories of Iraqi museums, archives or libraries' conservation collection, or the inventories of Iraqi religious institutions, or ii) there exists reasonable suspicion that the goods have been removed from Iraq without the consent of their legitimate owner or have been removed in breach of Iraq's laws and regulations. These prohibitions shall not apply if it is shown that either: a) the cultural items were exported from Iraq prior to 6 August 1990; or b) the cultural items are being returned to Iraqi institutions in accordance with the objective of safe return as set out in paragraph 7 of UNSC Resolution 1483 (2003).

Restriction on export

ALLTCR1210/03

Export authorization

ALLTCR1332/13

Documents / references

Y935

Conditions

B001Presentation of a certificate/licence/document: Y935- Export allowed
B002Presentation of a certificate/licence/document: the condition is not fulfilled- Export is not allowed

Notes

CD589It shall be prohibited to import, export, transfer, or provide brokering services related to the import, export or transfer of, Syrian cultural property goods and other goods of archaeological, historical, cultural, rare scientific or religious importance, including those listed in Annex XI, where there are reasonable grounds to suspect that the goods have been removed from Syria without the consent of their legitimate owner or have been removed in breach of Syrian law or international law, in particular if the goods form an integral part of either the public collections listed in the inventories of the conservation collections of Syrian museums, archives or libraries, or the inventories of Syrian religious institutions.

Export control - CITES

ALLTCR0966/23

Documents / references

C400Y900

Conditions

Y001Other conditions: C400- Import/export allowed after control
Y002Other conditions: Y900- Import/export allowed after control
Y003Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control

Notes

CD371If the product is mentioned in the list annexed to Regulation (EC) No 338/97 and its last amendments, an export authorization must be presented.

Export control on cultural goods

ALLTCR0116/09

Documents / references

E012Y903

Conditions

Y001Other conditions: E012- Import/export allowed after control
Y002Other conditions: Y903- Import/export allowed after control
Y003Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control

Notes

CD483If the declared goods are described in the "CG" footnotes linked to the measure, an export licence must be presented
CG024Between 50 and 100 years old, with a value corresponding to or exceeding 50000 Euro

Export control

BYR0765/06

Documents / references

X803X805Y801Y802

Conditions

Y001Other conditions: Y801- Import/export allowed after control
Y002Other conditions: Y802- Import/export allowed after control
Y010Other conditions: X803- Import/export allowed after control
Y030Other conditions: X805- Import/export allowed after control
Y090Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control

Notes

CD904It shall be prohibited to sell, supply, transfer or export, directly or indirectly, goods and technology which might contribute to Belarus’ military and technological enhancement, or the development of the defence and security sector, as listed in Annex Va, whether or not originating in the Union, to any natural or legal person, entity or body in Belarus or for use in Belarus.COUNCIL REGULATION (EC) No 765/2006 – Article 1f (COUNCIL REGULATION (EU) 2022/355)

Restriction on entry into free circulation

IQR1210/03

Notes

TM570The following shall be prohibited: a) the import of or the introduction into the territory of the Community of, and b) the dealing in, Iraqi cultural property and other items of archaeological, historical, cultural, rare scientific and religious importance, if they have been illegally removed from locations in Iraq, in particular, if: i) the items form an integral part of either the public collections listed in the inventories of Iraqi museums, archives or libraries' conservation collection, or the inventories of Iraqi religious institutions, or ii) there exists reasonable suspicion that the goods have been removed from Iraq without the consent of their legitimate owner or have been removed in breach of Iraq's laws and regulations. These prohibitions shall not apply if it is shown that either: a) the cultural items were exported from Iraq prior to 6 August 1990; or b) the cultural items are being returned to Iraqi institutions in accordance with the objective of safe return as set out in paragraph 7 of UNSC Resolution 1483 (2003).

Restriction on entry into free circulation

IQR1210/03

Export control on luxury goods

KPR2062/17

Documents / references

Y946

Conditions

Y001Other conditions: Y946- Import/export allowed after control
Y002Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control

Notes

TM684Goods from the list of luxury goods referred to in Article 10 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509
CD223The prohibition shall not apply to goods which are necessary for the official purposes of diplomatic or consular missions of Member States in the DPRK or of international organisations enjoying immunities in accordance with international law, or to the personal effects of their staff (Art 10.3 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509).

Import control on luxury goods

KPR2062/17

Documents / references

Y945Y946

Conditions

Y001Other conditions: Y945- Import/export allowed after control
Y002Other conditions: Y946- Import/export allowed after control
Y003Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control

Notes

CD203The prohibition shall not apply to travellers' personal effects or to goods of a non-commercial nature for travellers' personal use contained in their luggage (Art 10.2 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509)
TM684Goods from the list of luxury goods referred to in Article 10 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509
CD223The prohibition shall not apply to goods which are necessary for the official purposes of diplomatic or consular missions of Member States in the DPRK or of international organisations enjoying immunities in accordance with international law, or to the personal effects of their staff (Art 10.3 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509).

Export control on luxury goods

RUR0833/14

Documents / references

Y821Y822

Conditions

Y001Other conditions: Y821- Import/export allowed after control
Y010Other conditions: Y822- Import/export allowed after control
Y090Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control

Notes

CD863It shall be prohibited to sell, supply, transfer or export, directly or indirectly, luxury goods as listed in Annex XVIII, to any natural or legal person, entity or body in Russia or for use in Russia.2. The prohibition referred to in paragraph 1 shall apply to luxury goods listed in Annex XVIII insofar as their value exceeds EUR 300 per item unless otherwise specified in the Annex.3. The prohibition referred to in paragraph 1 shall not apply to goods which are necessary for the official purposes of diplomatic or consular missions of Member States or partner countries in Russia or of international organisations enjoying immunities in accordance with international law, or to the personal effects of their staff.Council Regulation (EU) No 833/2014 - Article 3h (COUNCIL REGULATION (EU) 2022/428)

Export control

RUR0833/14

Documents / references

X840X990X991Y987Y995

Conditions

Y001Other conditions: X990- Import/export allowed after control
Y002Other conditions: X991- Import/export allowed after control
Y010Other conditions: Y987- Import/export allowed after control
Y020Other conditions: Y995- Import/export allowed after control
Y071Other conditions: X840- Import/export allowed after control
Y090Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control

Notes

CD903Regulation (EU) No 833/2014 (Article 2a):It shall be prohibited to sell, supply, transfer or export, directly or indirectly, goods and technology which might contribute to Russia’s military and technological enhancement, or the development of the defence and security sector, as listed in Annex VII, whether or not originating in the Union, to any natural or legal person, entity or body in Russia or for use in Russia.

Restriction on entry into free circulation

SYR1332/13

Notes

TM572It shall be prohibited to import, export, or transfer Syrian cultural property goods and other goods of archaeological, historical, cultural, rare scientific or religious importance, including those listed in Annex XI of Council Regulation (EU) No 36/2012, where there are reasonable grounds to suspect that the goods have been removed from Syria without the consent of their legitimate owner or have been removed in breach of Syrian law or international law, in particular if the goods form an integral part of either the public collections listed in the inventories of the conservation collections of Syrian museums, archives or libraries, or the inventories of Syrian religious institutions. The prohibition shall not apply if it is demonstrated that: (a) the goods were exported from Syria prior to 9 May 2011; or (b) the goods are being safely returned to their legitimate owners in Syria.

Restriction on entry into free circulation

SYR1332/13

Import control

UAR0692/14

Documents / references

N954U045U078U079Y997

Conditions

Y001Other conditions: Y997- Import allowed
Y002Other conditions: U078- Import allowed
Y003Other conditions: U079- Import allowed
Y005Other conditions: N954- Import allowed
Y007Other conditions: U045- Import allowed
Y009Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import is not allowed

Notes

CD967I. According to Council Regulation (EU) No 692/2014, it shall be prohibited to import into European Union goods originating in Crimea or Sevastopol.The prohibition shall not apply in respect of goods originating in Crimea or Sevastopol which have been made available to the Ukrainian authorities for examination, for which compliance with the conditions conferring entitlement to preferential origin has been verified and for which a certificate of origin has been issued in accordance with the Association Agreement between the European Union and its Member States, of the one part, and Ukraine, of the other part.II. According to the Council Regulation (EU) 692/2014, the export of goods and technologies suited for use in the sectors of transport; telecommunications; energy; prospection, exploration and production of oil, gas and mineral resources is prohibited:(a) to any natural or legal person, entity or body in Crimea or Sevastopol, or(b) for use in Crimea or Sevastopol.

Import control

UAR0263/22

Documents / references

N954U045U078U079Y984

Conditions

Y001Other conditions: Y984- Import/export allowed after control
Y002Other conditions: N954- Import/export allowed after control
Y005Other conditions: U045- Import/export allowed after control
Y006Other conditions: U078- Import/export allowed after control
Y007Other conditions: U079- Import/export allowed after control
Y009Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control

Notes

CD860According to Council Regulation (EU) 2022/263 (OJ L42I, p. 77):I. It shall be prohibited to import into the European Union goods originating in non-government controlled areas of the Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia oblasts of Ukraine.The import prohibitions not apply in respect of: (a) the execution until 24 May 2022 of trade contracts concluded before 23 February 2022, or of ancillary contracts necessary for the execution of such contracts, provided that the natural or legal person, entity or body seeking to perform the contract has notified, at least 10 working days in advance, the activity or transaction to the competent authority of the Member State in which they are established; (b) goods originating in the specified territories which have been made available to the Ukrainian authorities for examination, for which compliance with the conditions conferring entitlement to preferential origin has been verified and for which a certificate of origin has been issued in accordance with the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement.II. It shall be prohibited to sell, supply, transfer or export goods and technology listed in Annex II to Council Regulation (EU) 2022/263: (a) to any natural or legal person, entity or body in the specified territories, or (b) for use in the specified territories. Annex II shall include certain goods and technologies suited for use in the following key sectors: (i) transport;(ii) telecommunications;(iii) energy; (iv) the prospecting, exploration and production of oil, gas and mineral resources. The prohibitions in point II above shall be without prejudice to the execution until 24 August 2022 of an obligation arising from a contract concluded before 23 February 2022, or from ancillary contracts necessary for the execution of such contracts, provided that the competent authority has been informed at least five working days in advance.

Binding Tariff Information

BTI classification examples

DEgold601/24-1

Quartz wristwatch with mechanical display

base metalGRI 1GRI 6

DEgold155/25-1

Quartz wristwatches with mechanical display

base metalGRI 1GRI 5bGRI 6

ESgold24SOL463

Smartwatch with health monitoring features

elektronika (komponenty elektroniczne)GRI 1GRI 3cGRI 6

ITgold-BTI0632

Gold wristwatch with automatic movement

goldGRI 1GRI 6

PLsilver4-000476

Smartwatch with health monitoring features

plasticGRI 1GRI 3bGRI 3cGRI 6

BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.

Classification of wristwatches under subheading 9102 11

Subheading 9102 11 of the Combined Nomenclature covers electrically operated wristwatches with opto-mechanical (analogue) display, with cases not made of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal. These are typical quartz watches with analogue dials and hands, powered by a battery. Heading 9102 covers watches with cases of stainless steel, titanium, aluminium, ceramic, plastics and other base materials. The key classification criterion within heading 9102 at subheading level is the display type: subheading 9102 11 covers opto-mechanical (analogue) display, subheading 9102 12 covers opto-electronic (digital) display, and subheading 9102 19 covers other display types. Classification follows GRI rules 1 and 6 and the HS Explanatory Notes to heading 9102. Watches with additional functions such as chronograph, date display and alarm remain classified under subheading 9102 11 provided the essential function is time indication via an analogue display.

Regulatory requirements for importing watches under 9102 11

Importing electronic wristwatches under subheading 9102 11 into the EU requires compliance with the Union Customs Code (Regulation (EU) No 952/2013). The importer must hold an EORI number and file a customs declaration with the correct CN code. Standard quartz wristwatches powered by button batteries do not require CE marking under sector-specific directives. REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 imposes restrictions on nickel in components having direct and prolonged skin contact, including watch cases, bracelet clasps and buckles. Under Annex XVII of REACH, nickel release from metallic items in contact with skin must not exceed specified limits. Regulation (EU) 2023/988 on general product safety requires the importer to ensure the watch poses no risk. Batteries are subject to Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 on batteries. Labelling must include information required by consumer protection rules, including identification of the manufacturer or the responsible importer in the EU market. The importer should maintain documentation enabling identification of suppliers and recipients.

Duty rates and trade preferences for subheading 9102 11

MFN duty rates for electronic analogue wristwatches under subheading 9102 11 should be verified in the current TARIC database of the European Commission. Rates may vary depending on the customs value of the watch and movement type. Preferential rates may be available under FTAs concluded by the EU, including CETA (Canada), EPA (Japan), TCA (United Kingdom) and GSP for developing countries. Preferential treatment requires meeting rules of origin and presenting valid proof of origin. Wristwatches are not subject to CBAM (Regulation (EU) 2023/956), which applies only to energy-intensive sectors. Imports from countries under EU sanctions require verification of current restrictions. Import VAT is charged at the national rate. The importer should regularly check TARIC for any changes in rates, safeguard measures or anti-dumping duties. The customs value includes the transaction price plus transport and insurance costs to the EU customs border.

Classification and import of electronic analogue wristwatches - subheading CN 91

Subheading CN 9102 11 covers electronic analogue wristwatches. When importing into the EU, verify applicable duty rates in TARIC, check CE marking requirements (if applicable), and prepare the required customs documentation. Tariff classification should be based on the General Rules of Interpretation (GIR) of the Combined Nomenclature. If classification is uncertain, applying for Binding Tariff Information (BTI) from the competent customs authority is recommended. Also verify whether the product is subject to import restrictions, sanctions, or licensing requirements.

Frequently asked questions

Do quartz analogue wristwatches require CE certification?

Standard quartz wristwatches with analogue display under subheading 9102 11 generally do not require CE marking under sector-specific directives (LVD, EMC). Watches powered by button cell batteries at low voltage fall below the applicable thresholds. However, the importer must ensure compliance with Regulation (EU) 2023/988 on general product safety and REACH restrictions on nickel in skin-contact components.

What documents are needed to import watches under subheading 9102 11?

For importing wristwatches under subheading 9102 11, the required documents are: a commercial invoice with product description and transaction value, transport document (CMR, B/L or AWB), importer EORI number, and technical specification covering movement type and case and bracelet materials. For preferential rates, a certificate of origin (EUR.1, invoice declaration or REX) is required. Documentation on REACH compliance regarding nickel should accompany the import.

Can a smartwatch with analogue display be classified under subheading 9102 11?

Smartwatch classification is subject to ongoing customs interpretations. If the essential function of the device is time indication via an analogue display, classification under subheading 9102 11 may be appropriate. However, smartwatches with dominant computing and communication functions may be classified under Chapter 84 or 85 as data processing or communication devices. Binding Tariff Information (BTI) ruling is recommended for classification certainty.

How to correctly classify electronic analogue wristwatches under CN 9102 11?

Electronic analogue wristwatches are classified under subheading CN 9102 11 based on the GIR of the Combined Nomenclature. Key criteria are the material, intended use, and functional characteristics of the product. If in doubt, applying for a BTI rul

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