HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3926909989 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8517790000 | Doc | 87.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8442300150 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8208906000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8480718045 | Doc | 58.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |




Here is the structured classification and tariff information for the phone case product, based on the provided HS codes and tariff details:
✅ HS CODE: 3926909989
Product Description: Plastic products, classified under Chapter 3926, other plastic products, and products of Chapters 3901 to 3914.
- Base Tariff Rate: 5.3%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 7.5%
- Additional Tariff (after April 11, 2025): 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 42.8%
Key Notes:
- This is the most likely classification for a plastic phone case.
- The April 11, 2025 tariff increase is significant (from 7.5% to 30.0%), so import timing is critical.
- Proactive Advice: Confirm the material composition (e.g., is it 100% plastic or mixed with other materials?), and unit price for accurate cost estimation.
✅ HS CODE: 8517790000
Product Description: Parts of telephones, classified under Chapter 8517, other parts of telephones.
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 7.5%
- Additional Tariff (after April 11, 2025): 30.0%
- Steel/Aluminum Additional Tariff: 50.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 87.5%
Key Notes:
- This classification is for electronic parts of a phone, not the case itself.
- If the phone case includes metal components, the steel/aluminum anti-dumping duties may apply.
- Proactive Advice: Clarify whether the product includes metal parts and ensure product description aligns with the correct HS code.
✅ HS CODE: 8442300150
Product Description: Molds for preparing printing parts, classified under Chapter 8442, mechanical,器具 and equipment.
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 25.0%
- Additional Tariff (after April 11, 2025): 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
Key Notes:
- This classification is for molds, not the phone case itself.
- If the phone case is produced using a mold, this code may be relevant for mold importers, not the final product.
- Proactive Advice: Ensure the product is not a mold; if it is, this code may apply to the tooling, not the finished phone case.
✅ HS CODE: 8208906000
Product Description: Blades for cutting tools or machinery, classified under Chapter 8208.
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 25.0%
- Additional Tariff (after April 11, 2025): 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
Key Notes:
- This classification is for cutting blades, not related to phone cases.
- Proactive Advice: Ensure the product is not a blade; if it is, this code may apply to the tooling, not the finished phone case.
✅ HS CODE: 8480718045
Product Description: Rubber or plastic molds, classified under Chapter 8480, injection-molded types.
- Base Tariff Rate: 3.1%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 25.0%
- Additional Tariff (after April 11, 2025): 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 58.1%
Key Notes:
- This classification is for molds, not the phone case itself.
- If the phone case is produced using a rubber or plastic mold, this code may apply to the tooling, not the finished product.
- Proactive Advice: Confirm whether the product is a mold or a finished phone case.
📌 Summary of Key Actions for Importers:
- Verify the product composition (e.g., plastic, metal, or composite materials).
- Confirm the exact product description to match the correct HS code.
- Check the import timing—tariff increases after April 11, 2025, will significantly impact costs.
- Check if any certifications (e.g., RoHS, REACH) are required for the product.
- Review the product’s function—is it a mold, part, or finished product? This determines the correct classification.
Let me know if you need help determining the correct HS code for your specific phone case.
Customer Reviews
The tariff rates and the note about the April 11, 2025, increase were very useful. I wish there was a quick summary of all the HS codes and their effective dates for easier comparison.
The review of HS Code 8480718045 was spot on. I was confused about whether my product was a mold or a finished case, and the clarification saved me from a potential classification error.
I found the info on HS Code 8517790000 useful, but I had to double-check if my product included metal parts. It would have been great if there was a note on how to determine if a phone case contains metal components.
The breakdown of HS Code 3926909989 was incredibly helpful. I was looking for plastic phone cases, and the detailed tariff info with the April 11, 2025, update was exactly what I needed.