Citizen Eco-Drive BM8180 LCD Dive Watch with Rubber Strap from Japan
The Citizen Eco-Drive BM8180 is a solar-powered digital dive wristwatch with opto-electronic LCD display, 200m water resistance, and alarm features. Entered with its synthetic rubber strap, it qualifies under HTS 9102.12.40.00 as an electrically operated watch with opto-electronic display and strap.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide solar cell specifications to confirm electrical operation without escapement
• Test water resistance claims with documentation to support dive watch status
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling display type, which can shift to higher-duty analog categories