HS code 9102.11 covers Wristwatches (electrically operated) — for example wristwatches. South Africa applies an indicative general customs duty of 0%, on top of which 15% import VAT is charged.
Worked example: landed cost on R100,000 of goods
| Customs value (CIF) | R100,000 |
| Customs duty (0%) | R0 |
| Import VAT (15% on ATV) | R16,500 |
| Estimated landed cost | R116,500 |
VAT is charged on the Added Tax Value (customs value + 10% upliftment for non-SACU imports + duties). Figures exclude clearing, freight and any anti-dumping/safeguard duty. For an exact, all-in figure use the Duty & VAT Calculator.
Where HS 9102.11 sits in the tariff
Classification is decided at heading level first. Heading 9102 is “Wrist-watches, pocket-watches, stop-watches and other watches, other than those of heading no. 9101”. If your product is closer to one of the neighbouring subheadings below, that line — and its duty rate — is the one that applies.
- 9102.11 Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) with mechanical display only — this page
- 9102.12 Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) with opto-electronic display only
- 9102.19 Wrist-watches; electrically operated, with or without a stop-watch, (other than those of heading no. 9101) without mechanical or opto-electronic display
- 9102.21 Wrist-watches; whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, with automatic winding
- 9102.29 Wrist-watches; whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, with other than automatic winding
- 9102.91 Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, electrically operated
- 9102.99 Pocket watches and other watches, including stop-watches; (excluding wrist-watches), other than those of heading no. 9101, other than electrically operated
Harmonised System HS 2022 nomenclature. See the whole of Chapter 91 →
Watch HS 9102.11 for changes
Duty rates, anti-dumping measures and permit rules change by Government Gazette. We’ll email you if this code’s status shifts.
Data current as of 2026-08-06. Indicative general (MFN) rate — real duty can differ at 8-digit level, under trade agreements (SADC, EU-EPA) and by Government Gazette. This is guidance, not a tariff determination under s47(9) of the Customs & Excise Act, 1964. Verify against the current SARS Tariff Book.
Frequently asked questions
What is the import duty on wristwatches (electrically operated) in South Africa?
HS code 9102.11 (Wristwatches (electrically operated)) attracts an indicative general customs duty of 0% in South Africa, plus 15% import VAT charged on the Added Tax Value. Verify the exact rate in the current SARS Tariff Book.
What is the HS code for wristwatches?
The Harmonised System heading for wristwatches (electrically operated) is 9102.11. South Africa uses an 8-digit tariff line based on this heading — confirm the precise 8-digit code in the SARS Tariff Book before importing.