HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3919905060 | Doc | 60.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
3919901000 | Doc | 61.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Phone Case and Screen Protector
A phone case and screen protector are accessories designed to protect mobile phones from physical damage and wear. They are frequently used in conjunction to provide comprehensive safeguarding.
Phone Case
Material:
- Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU): Flexible, shock-absorbent, and offers good grip. Common for basic protection.
- Polycarbonate (PC): Rigid plastic, providing scratch resistance and structural integrity. Often used in hard cases.
- Silicone: Soft, rubbery material that provides good shock absorption and a comfortable grip. Can attract dust and lint.
- Leather: Offers a premium look and feel, provides moderate protection. Typically more expensive.
- Metal (Aluminum, Stainless Steel): Provides robust protection and a sleek appearance. Can interfere with wireless signals.
- Hybrid (TPU + PC): Combines the benefits of both materials – shock absorption and structural rigidity.
- Carbon Fiber: Lightweight and extremely strong, offering high-level protection. Often used in premium cases.
Purpose:
- Protect the phone from scratches, dents, and cracks due to accidental drops and impacts.
- Enhance grip to reduce the likelihood of dropping the phone.
- Provide a customized aesthetic appearance.
- Some cases offer additional features like card holders, stands, or increased battery life.
Function:
- Impact Absorption: Dissipates energy from drops and bumps.
- Scratch Resistance: Shields the phone's surface from abrasive materials.
- Dust and Dirt Protection: Prevents particles from entering the phone's ports and crevices.
- Button and Port Protection: Covers and protects physical buttons and ports.
Usage Scenarios:
- Everyday use to prevent damage from normal wear and tear.
- Outdoor activities where the phone is more likely to be exposed to hazards.
- Work environments where the phone is subject to rough handling.
- For users who are prone to dropping their phones.
Common Types:
- Slim Cases: Minimalist design, offering basic scratch protection.
- Bumper Cases: Protect the edges of the phone while leaving the back exposed.
- Tough Cases: Heavy-duty protection with multiple layers and reinforced corners.
- Wallet Cases: Combine a phone case with card slots and a cash pocket.
- Battery Cases: Include a built-in battery to extend the phone's battery life.
- Waterproof Cases: Provide complete protection against water damage.
- Folio Cases: Cover the entire phone with a flap that protects the screen.
Screen Protector
Material:
- Tempered Glass: Offers high impact resistance and scratch protection. Provides a smooth, glass-like feel.
- Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET): Flexible plastic film, offering basic scratch protection. More affordable but less durable.
- Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU): Offers better impact resistance than PET. Self-healing properties for minor scratches.
- Hydrogel Film: Flexible and self-healing, providing good scratch protection and a smooth feel.
Purpose:
- Protect the phone's screen from scratches, cracks, and impacts.
- Reduce the visibility of fingerprints and smudges.
- Maintain the phone's resale value.
Function:
- Impact Absorption: Dissipates energy from drops and impacts.
- Scratch Resistance: Shields the screen from abrasive materials.
- Oleophobic Coating: Repels oil and fingerprints.
Usage Scenarios:
- Everyday use to prevent scratches from keys, coins, and other objects.
- Outdoor activities where the screen is more likely to be exposed to hazards.
- For users who are prone to dropping their phones.
Common Types:
- Full Coverage: Protects the entire screen, including the curved edges.
- Edge-to-Edge: Maximizes screen coverage with minimal bezel.
- Privacy Screen Protector: Limits the viewing angle to prevent others from seeing the screen.
- Anti-Glare Screen Protector: Reduces glare and reflections.
- Blue Light Filter Screen Protector: Reduces blue light emission to reduce eye strain.
The declared goods consist of phone cases and screen protectors. These items are typically self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, or foil made of plastics, potentially in rolls or flat shapes.
The following HS codes are relevant based on the provided information:
- 3919905060: This HS code covers self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls: Other: Other. This is a broad category for plastic self-adhesive products not specifically defined elsewhere. The total tax rate is 60.8%, comprised of a 5.8% base tariff and a 25.0% additional tariff, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
- 3919901000: This HS code covers self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls: Other: Having a light-reflecting surface produced in whole or in part by glass grains (ballotini). This specifically applies to plastic self-adhesive products with a light-reflecting surface created using glass grains. The total tax rate is 61.5%, consisting of a 6.5% base tariff and a 25.0% additional tariff, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
Chapter 39 covers plastics and articles thereof. Heading 3919 specifically relates to self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes of plastics. Subheading 391990 further categorizes these products into 'Other' types, with the final two digits specifying further details.
According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'phonecase + srceen protector' are limited, with only the following 2 found.