HS Code for Smartwatch: 8517.62.00
The HS code for smartwatch is 8517.62.00. Import duty rates: EU 0%, US Free, UK 0%. Rates verified April 2026 against USITC HTS.
Machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data — smartwatches with wireless connectivity
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HS Code
8517 — Telephone sets; apparatus for transmitting/receiving voice, images or other data
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Classification Context
Chapter
Chapter 85 — Electrical machinery and equipment
Heading
8517 — Telephone sets; apparatus for transmitting/receiving voice, images or other data
Applicable Rule
GRI 1 — smartwatches with wireless data transmission (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/cellular) are apparatus for wireless communication classified under 8517.62 following WCO classification guidance
Prior Rulings
EU — EBTI (Binding Tariff Information)
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Smartwatches (Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch, Google Pixel Watch, Garmin Fenix / Venu, Fitbit Versa/Sense, Huawei Watch, Amazfit, OnePlus Watch) are classified under 8517.62 as apparatus for transmission/reception of data in a wireless network. The World Customs Organization issued classification guidance in 2018-2019 confirming that smartwatches with communication functions do not belong in Chapter 91 (watches) but in Chapter 85 because their primary function is data communication and display — not timekeeping. An earlier EU dispute saw some authorities classifying smartwatches under 9102 (watches, 4.5% MFN), but that position has largely been abandoned following the WCO guidance. Simple digital watches without wireless connectivity remain 9102.12 (quartz display watches). Fitness trackers without communication (basic step counters, heart-rate monitors without wireless data transmission) are 9029.10 or 9031.80 depending on function. Cellular-enabled smartwatches with eSIM/LTE remain 8517.62. Watch bands/straps sold separately are 9113 (watch straps) or 3926 (plastic) depending on material. Kids' smartwatches with GPS tracking are 8517.62. The 0% EU/UK and Free US rate makes smartwatch imports attractive; verify Section 301 China-origin exposure for brands manufactured in China.
MFN Duty Rates by Market
European Union
8517.62.00
EU Combined Nomenclature (CN) rate — applies to all 27 EU member states
United States
8517.62.00
US Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) MFN rate — Section 301 tariffs may add to China-origin goods
United Kingdom
8517.62.00
UK Global Tariff (UKGT) — post-Brexit tariff schedule, independent of EU CN
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Official Sources & References
WCO HS Nomenclature
World Customs Organisation — the international standard behind all HS codes
wcoomd.org
EU TARIC Database
European Commission integrated tariff — EU Combined Nomenclature (CN) rates
ec.europa.eu
US HTS Schedule (USITC)
United States International Trade Commission — official US Harmonized Tariff Schedule
hts.usitc.gov
UK Global Tariff (HMRC)
His Majesty's Revenue and Customs — UK Trade Tariff post-Brexit
trade-tariff.service.gov.uk
Disclaimer: Duty rates shown are MFN (Most-Favoured-Nation) base rates sourced from live tariff database and verified April 2026. Actual duties may differ based on country of origin, applicable trade agreements (e.g. GSP, CETA, UK-EU TCA), anti-dumping measures, or changes to tariff schedules. Always verify with the official tariff database of the importing country before making customs declarations.
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