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| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8517790000 | Doc | 62.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926903300 | Doc | 36.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926909989 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3919905060 | Doc | 60.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3919905060 | Doc | 60.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Phone Cases
Phone cases are protective accessories for mobile phones, designed to safeguard them from physical damage, scratches, and general wear and tear. They have evolved from simple protective shells to fashion statements and multifunctional tools.
Materials
A diverse range of materials are used in phone case construction, each offering different levels of protection, aesthetics, and cost:
- Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU): A flexible, rubber-like polymer providing good shock absorption and grip. Common in budget-friendly cases.
- Polycarbonate (PC): A rigid plastic known for its high impact resistance. Often used in hard cases or as a layer in hybrid designs.
- Silicone: A soft, flexible material offering excellent grip and shock absorption. Can attract dust and lint.
- Leather: Provides a premium look and feel, offering moderate protection. Requires more care and maintenance.
- Metal (Aluminum, Stainless Steel): Offers high durability and a sleek aesthetic. Can interfere with wireless signals.
- Hybrid (TPU + PC, etc.): Combines the benefits of multiple materials, offering enhanced protection and features.
- Fiber (Carbon Fiber, Aramid Fiber): Lightweight, strong, and offers a distinctive appearance. Typically more expensive.
Purpose & Function
- Protection: The primary function is to shield the phone from drops, impacts, scratches, and abrasions.
- Grip: Many cases improve the phone’s grip, reducing the likelihood of accidental drops.
- Aesthetics: Cases allow for personalization and expression of style.
- Functionality: Some cases incorporate additional features like card holders, stands, MagSafe compatibility, or enhanced camera protection.
- Wireless Charging Compatibility: Many cases are designed to work seamlessly with wireless chargers.
Usage Scenarios
- Everyday Use: Protecting the phone from daily wear and tear.
- Outdoor Activities: Providing rugged protection during hiking, camping, or sports.
- Work Environments: Protecting the phone in demanding work settings.
- Travel: Safeguarding the phone during transit.
Common Types
- Slim Cases: Minimalist designs offering basic scratch protection.
- Snap Cases: Hard plastic cases that clip onto the phone.
- Bumper Cases: Protect the edges of the phone while leaving the back exposed.
- Tough Cases: Multi-layered designs offering high impact resistance.
- Wallet Cases: Incorporate card slots and a cash pocket.
- Folio Cases: Cover the entire phone with a flap, providing screen protection.
- Waterproof Cases: Designed to protect the phone from water damage.
- Battery Cases: Include a built-in battery to extend the phone’s battery life.
- MagSafe Cases: Specifically designed for iPhones with MagSafe compatibility, allowing for easy attachment of accessories.
- Clear Cases: Allow the phone's original design to be visible while providing protection.
Phone cases are typically protective or decorative covers for smartphones or other telephones. They are often made of plastics or other materials and used to protect the device from damage or personalize its appearance.
The following HS codes may be relevant based on the provided information:
- 8517790000: This code covers telephone sets, including smartphones, and other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images, or other data. While primarily for the phones themselves, parts thereof are included. Phone cases, as accessories for telephones, could fall under this classification.
- 85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof.
- 17: Telephones, including cellular phones.
- 79: Other apparatus for transmission or reception of voice, images or other data.
- 00: Parts.
- 3926903300: This code covers other articles of plastics, specifically beads, bugles, and spangles not strung and articles thereof, including handbags. If the phone case is made of plastic and has a decorative element resembling beads or spangles, this code might be applicable.
- 39: Plastics and articles thereof.
- 26: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials.
- 90: Other.
- 33: Beads, bugles and spangles, not strung (except temporarily) and not set; articles thereof, not elsewhere specified or included.
- 3926909989: This code covers other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914, categorized as "Other." If the phone case is made of plastic and doesn't fit into more specific categories, this code could be used.
- 39: Plastics and articles thereof.
- 26: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials.
- 90: Other.
- 99: Other.
- 3919905060: This code covers self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, and other flat shapes of plastics. If the phone case is a self-adhesive plastic film or sheet designed to stick onto a phone, this code may be relevant.
- 39: Plastics and articles thereof.
- 19: Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics.
- 90: Other.
- 50: Other.
Regarding HS code 3919905060, please note the base tariff is 5.8%, with an additional 25.0% surcharge, and a 30% surcharge effective April 2, 2025.