Watches HSN Code

GST rates and HSN code for Watches.

ChapterDescriptionHSN CodeRate (%)CESS (%)Effective DateRate Revision
Clocks and <strong>watches</strong> and parts thereofOther Clock Or Watch Parts Springs, Including Hair-Springs:For Watches9114101018%15/11/2017 1/07/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches, With Case Of Precious Metal Or Of Metal Clad With Precious Metal – Other Wrist-Watches, Whether Or Not Incorporating A Stop-Watch Facility: Other9101290018%15/11/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches, With Case Of Precious Metal Or Of Metal Clad With Precious Metal – Other : – Electrically Operated: Pocket Watches9101911018%15/11/2017
Other Clock Or Watch Parts- Plates And Bridges:For Watches9114401018%15/11/2017 1/07/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches, With Case Of Precious Metal Or Of Metal Clad With Precious Metal – Other : Other: Pocket Watches9101991018%15/11/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches, With Case Of Precious Metal Or Of Metal Clad With Precious Metal – Other : Other: Stop Watches9101992018%15/11/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop Watches, Other Than Those Of Heading – Other – Other: Stop Watches9102992018%15/11/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop Watches, Other Than Those Of Heading 9101 – Wrist-Watches, Electrically Operated, Whether Or Not Incorporating A Stop-Watch Facility: With Opto-Electronic Display Only9102120018%15/11/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches, With Case Of Precious Metal Or Of Metal Clad With Precious Metal – Wrist-Watches, Electrically Operated Whether Or Not Incorporating A Stop-Watch Facility910118%15/11/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches, With Case Of Precious Metal Or Of Metal Clad With Precious Metal – Wrist-Watches, Electrically Operated Whether Or Not Incorporating A Stop-Watch Facility: With Mechanical Display On9101110018%15/11/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop Watches, Other Than Those Of Heading – Other: Electrically Operated: Other9102919018%15/11/2017
For Watches9114909118%15/11/2017 1/07/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop Watches, Other Than Those Of Heading 9101- Other Wrist-Watches, Whether Or Not Incorporating A Stop-Watch Facility: Other9102290018%15/11/2017
Complete Watch Or Clock Movements, Unassembled Or Partly Assembled (Movement Sets); Incomplete Watch Or Clock Movements, Assembled; Rough Watch Or Clock Movements – Of Watches: Rough Movements9110190018%15/11/2017 1/07/2017
Complete Watch Or Clock Movements, Unassembled Or Partly Assembled (Movement Sets); Incomplete Watch Or Clock Movements, Assembled; Rough Watch Or Clock Movements – Of Watches911018%15/11/2017 1/07/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop Watches, Other Than Those Of Heading – Other – Other: Pocket Watches9102991018%15/11/2017
Complete Watch Or Clock Movements, Unassembled Or Partly Assembled (Movement Sets); Incomplete Watch Or Clock Movements, Assembled; Rough Watch Or Clock Movements – Of Watches: Incomplete Movements, Assembled9110120018%15/11/2017 1/07/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop Watches, Other Than Those Of Heading – Wrist-Watches, Electrically Operated, Whether Or Not Incorporating A Stop-Watch Facility910218%15/11/2017
Complete Watch Or Clock Movements, Unassembled Or Partly Assembled (Movement Sets); Incomplete Watch Or Clock Movements, Assembled; Rough Watch Or Clock Movements – Of Watches: Complete Movements, Unassembled Or Partly Assembled (Movement Sets)9110110018%15/11/2017 1/07/2017
Wrist-Watches, Pocket-Watches And Other Watches, Including Stop-Watches, With Case Of Precious Metal Or Of Metal Clad With Precious Metal – Wrist-Watches, Electrically Operated Whether Or Not Incorporating A Stop-Watch Facility: Other9101190018%15/11/2017

Understanding the Right HSN Code for Watches

HSN codes are essential for classifying goods under India’s GST system. When it comes to “watches,” the provided data offers a detailed breakdown based on their type, casing material, and operation. This blog post clarifies the HSN codes and GST rates applicable to various categories of watches and their parts.

Based on the data, watches and their parts primarily fall under Chapter 91, concerning clocks and watches.

Watches with Precious Metal Cases (18% GST):

  • Wrist-Watches with Precious Metal Cases: This category includes electrically operated wrist-watches (whether or not with a stop-watch facility) under HSN code 91011, with subcategories for those with mechanical display only (91011100) and others (91011900), all at 18% GST.
  • Other Wrist-Watches with Precious Metal Cases: This covers those not electrically operated, whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility (91012900), also at 18% GST.
  • Pocket-Watches with Precious Metal Cases: This includes electrically operated (91019110) and other pocket watches (91019910), both taxed at 18%.
  • Stop-Watches with Precious Metal Cases: These are also classified under HSN code 91019920 with an 18% GST.

Watches with Cases Other Than Precious Metal (18% GST):

  • Electrically Operated Wrist-Watches: This includes those with opto-electronic display only (91021200) and other electrically operated wrist-watches (91021) with a subcategory for others (91029190), all at 18% GST.
  • Other Wrist-Watches: This covers those not electrically operated, whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility (91022900), at 18% GST.
  • Other Pocket-Watches: These are classified under HSN code 91029910 with an 8% GST.
  • Other Stop-Watches: These fall under HSN code 91029920, also at 18% GST.

Watch Movements (18% GST):

  • Complete Watch Movements: This includes unassembled or partly assembled movement sets (91101100 and 91101) and incomplete movements, assembled (91101200), all taxed at 18%.
  • Rough Watch Movements: These are classified under HSN code 91101900 with an 18% GST.

Watch Parts (18% GST):

  • Watch Springs: Including hair-springs, specifically for watches (91141010), attract an 18% GST.
  • Plates and Bridges for Watches: These components are classified under HSN code 91144010 with an 18% GST.
  • Other Watch Parts: This includes other unspecified parts for watches (91149091), also taxed at 18% GST.

All the listed GST rates for watches and their parts became effective on 01/07/2017, with revisions for some parts effective from 15/11/2017.

FAQs

What is the GST rate on wrist-watches with precious metal cases?

Wrist-watches with cases made of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal attract an 18% GST rate.

Under which HSN code are electrically operated wrist-watches classified?

Electrically operated wrist-watches fall under HSN code 91021, with specific subcodes based on the display type.

What is the GST rate on complete unassembled watch movements?

Complete watch movements, whether unassembled or partly assembled, are subject to an 18% GST under HSN code 91101.

Are watch straps classified under the same HSN code as complete watches?

No, watch straps and bands are classified under a different HSN code (9113) and have a separate GST rate (as per other data). The provided data focuses on watch movements and cases.

What is the HSN code for watch springs, including hair-springs?

Watch springs, including hair-springs, are classified under HSN code 91141010.

What is the HSN code for plates and bridges used in watch movements?

Plates and bridges, which are parts of watch movements, are classified under HSN code 91144010.

When did the current GST rates for watches and their parts become effective?

The 18% GST rate for most watches and their parts became effective on 01/07/2017, with revisions for some parts effective from 15/11/2017.

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