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Accessories

Accessories are items used to complement or enhance one's outfit, appearance, or the functionality of other items. They are generally not essential clothing items but serve decorative or practical purposes.

Categories & Types

Accessories are broadly categorized, often overlapping:

• Fashion Accessories: These primarily focus on aesthetics and personal style.

  • Jewelry: Includes necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, brooches, and anklets. Materials vary widely, from precious metals and gemstones (gold, silver, diamonds, pearls) to base metals, glass, plastic, and beads.
  • Belts: Used for securing trousers or skirts, but also as a stylistic element. Materials include leather, fabric, metal, and synthetic alternatives. Buckles can be ornate or simple.
  • Hats, Caps & Headwear: Serve protection from the elements or as fashion statements. Examples include baseball caps, beanies, fedoras, sun hats, and headbands. Materials include straw, felt, cotton, wool, and synthetic fabrics.
  • Scarves, Shawls & Wraps: Used for warmth, protection, or decoration. Materials include silk, wool, cashmere, cotton, and synthetic blends.
  • Handbags, Wallets & Purses: Used for carrying personal belongings. Materials include leather, canvas, nylon, and synthetic fabrics. Styles range from clutches and totes to backpacks and crossbody bags.
  • Sunglasses & Eyewear: Protect eyes from the sun and can be a fashion item. Frames are made from plastic, metal, or combinations thereof.
  • Gloves & Mittens: Provide warmth and protection. Materials include leather, wool, cotton, and synthetic fabrics.
  • Ties & Bow Ties: Traditionally worn with formal attire. Materials include silk, polyester, and cotton.
  • Socks & Stockings: Provide warmth, comfort, and can be a fashion element. Materials include cotton, wool, nylon, and synthetic blends.
  • Hair Accessories: Includes headbands, hair clips, scrunchies, and hair ties. Materials include plastic, metal, fabric, and beads.

• Tech Accessories: Enhance or protect electronic devices.

  • Phone Cases: Protect smartphones from damage. Materials include plastic, silicone, leather, and metal.
  • Earbuds & Headphones: Provide audio output.
  • Smartwatch Bands: Interchangeable bands for smartwatches. Materials include silicone, leather, and metal.
  • Chargers & Cables: Power and connect electronic devices.
  • Power Banks: Portable chargers.

• Home Accessories: Decorative items for the home.

  • Vases: Hold flowers. Materials include glass, ceramic, and metal.
  • Picture Frames: Display photographs. Materials include wood, metal, and plastic.
  • Candles & Candle Holders: Provide ambiance and fragrance.
  • Throw Pillows & Blankets: Add comfort and style to furniture.

Materials

The materials used in accessories are diverse, ranging from natural resources like leather, wood, silk, and gemstones to synthetic alternatives like plastic, nylon, and polyester. Metal alloys (brass, steel, aluminum) are common for buckles, clasps, and frames.

Purpose & Function

• Aesthetic Enhancement: Accessories add style, personality, and visual interest to an outfit or space.
• Practical Utility: Some accessories serve functional purposes, such as protecting belongings (handbags), providing warmth (scarves), or securing clothing (belts).
• Protection: Tech accessories protect electronic devices from damage.
• Statement Pieces: Accessories can be used to make a bold fashion statement.

Usage Scenarios

Accessories are used in a wide range of scenarios, including:

• Everyday Wear: Accessories complement casual and work attire.
• Formal Events: Jewelry, ties, and belts are often worn with formal wear.
• Outdoor Activities: Hats, scarves, and gloves provide protection from the elements.
• Travel: Handbags and wallets are essential for carrying belongings.
• Home Decoration: Vases, picture frames, and candles enhance the aesthetic of a living space.

Based on the provided information, the following HS codes are relevant to “accessories”:

• 4203406000: This HS code falls under Chapter 42 (Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, of leather or of composition leather). Specifically, it covers Heading 4203 (Other clothing accessories) and Subheading 4203.40 (Other). This includes various clothing accessories made of leather or composition leather. The total tax rate is 55.0%.
• 4203403000: Also within Chapter 42, Heading 4203, this HS code specifically refers to Subheading 4203.40 but for accessories made Of reptile leather. The total tax rate is 59.9%.
• 8308100000: This HS code is categorized under Chapter 83 (Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal). It covers Heading 8308 (Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal) and specifically refers to hooks, eyes and eyelets used for clothing or clothing accessories. The total tax rate is 1.1¢/kg + 2.9% + 55.0%.
• 8308909000: This HS code falls under Chapter 83, Heading 8308, and covers “Other, including parts”. The total tax rate is 2.7% + 25.0% + 57.7%.