Citizen Eco-Drive LCD BM8180-03E Watch from Japan
Citizen's solar-powered Eco-Drive wristwatch uses an opto-electronic LCD display for digital timekeeping, electrically operated with light-charged battery. It qualifies for HTS 9102.12.80.00 as an 'other' electrically operated wristwatch with opto-electronic display, not of precious metal per heading 9101 exclusion. The LCD-only interface meets the precise display classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document solar cell as integral to movement; separable panels risk Chapter 85 parts classification
• Include movement thickness/width specs (under 12mm/50mm per note 3) in entry to confirm watch movement definition
• For multi-country components, calculate >50% value origin per US note for correct column 1/2 duty application