| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8517790000 | Doc | 62.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8548000000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926901000 | Doc | 40.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926909989 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3916100000 | Doc | 60.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3916905000 | Doc | 60.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4202329300 | Doc | 72.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4202929400 | Doc | 72.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4205000500 | Doc | 57.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4205008000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Classification of CELLPHONE CASE under HS Code
Based on the provided reference data, classifying "CELLPHONE CASE" requires careful consideration of its material and specific features. Here's a breakdown of potential HS Codes, along with explanations:
1. 4202329300 - Articles of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag; With outer surface of textile materials; Other; Of man-made fibers (670)
- 42: Articles of leather or of composition leather, of sheeting of plastics, of textile materials, of vulcanized fiber or paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper. This chapter broadly covers containers and similar articles.
- 02: Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, etc., and articles of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag.
- 32: Articles of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag.
- 93: With outer surface of textile materials.
- 00: Other.
- Applicability: If the cellphone case is primarily made of textile materials (e.g., fabric, nylon) and is designed to be carried in a pocket or handbag, this HS Code is a strong possibility.
- Total Tax Rate: 72.6% (Basic Duty: 17.6%, Additional Duty: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025: 30.0%)
2. 4202929400 - Other; With outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials; Other; Cases designed to protect and transport compact disks (CD's), CD Rom disks, CD players, cassette players, and/or cassettes
- 42: Articles of leather or of composition leather, of sheeting of plastics, of textile materials, of vulcanized fiber or paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper.
- 02: Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, etc., and articles of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag.
- 92: Other.
- 94: With outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials.
- 00: Other.
- Applicability: If the case is made of plastic or has a plastic outer surface and is designed to protect electronic devices (like cellphones), this HS Code is relevant.
- Total Tax Rate: 72.6% (Basic Duty: 17.6%, Additional Duty: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025: 30.0%)
3. 3926909989 - Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914; Other; Other
- 39: Plastics and articles thereof.
- 26: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials.
- 90: Other.
- 99: Other.
- 89: Other.
- Applicability: If the case is made entirely of plastic and doesn't fall into more specific categories within Chapter 39, this HS Code is a likely option.
- Total Tax Rate: 42.8% (Basic Duty: 5.3%, Additional Duty: 7.5%, Post-April 2, 2025: 30.0%)
4. 8517790000 - Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528; parts thereof: Parts: Other
- 85: Electrical machinery and equipment.
- 17: Telephone sets and other apparatus for transmission or reception of voice, images or other data.
- 79: Parts.
- 00: Other.
- Applicability: If the case is specifically designed and marketed as a component or accessory for a smartphone, this HS Code might be considered.
- Total Tax Rate: 62.5% (Basic Duty: 0.0%, Additional Duty: 7.5%, Post-April 2, 2025: 30.0%, Steel/Aluminum Surcharge: 25.0%)
Important Considerations & Recommendations:
- Material Composition: The primary material of the case is the most crucial factor. Is it plastic, textile, leather, or a combination?
- Functionality: Is the case simply protective, or does it offer additional features (e.g., wallet, stand)?
- Marketing: How is the case marketed? As a phone accessory, a protective case, or a general container?
- Certification: Depending on the material and intended use, specific certifications might be required.
- Post-April 2, 2025 Tariffs: Be aware of the increased tariffs on certain products taking effect after April 2, 2025.
- Steel/Aluminum Surcharge: If the case contains steel or aluminum, a 25% surcharge may apply.
Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only. The final HS Code classification should be determined by a qualified customs broker or based on a binding ruling from the relevant customs authority.