China origin · HTS candidates
Phone case import duty from China
Check US HTS candidates for phone cases from China and separate plastic, leather, textile, and composite cases.
Quick answer
3926.90.99
At a $10,000 customs value, the current China-origin total rate is about 12.8% ($1,280).
Classification risk & HTS split
Phone case classification turns on outer-surface material: hard-shell silicone goes to HTS 3926.90.99 (other plastic articles — 5.3% MFN); soft TPU sleeve cases go to 3926.20.90 (plastic apparel/accessories — 5%); wallet-style cases with credit-card slots and a flip cover go to 4202.91.10 (other holders — 4.5%, leather-faced) or 4202.92.93 (other plastic — 17.6%). Liquid-filled glitter cases face additional CPSC testing for leak hazards.
US HTS candidates
| HTS candidate | Description | General rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3926.90.99 | Other | 5.3% | Calc |
| 6307.90.98 | Other | 7% | Calc |
| 4202.99.10.00 | Of plastics | 3.4% | Calc |
| 4202.29.10.00 | Of plastics | 5.3% | Calc |
| 4202.39.10.00 | Of plastics | 5.3% | Calc |
| 4202.32.10.00 | Of reinforced or laminated plastics | 12.1¢/kg + 4.6% | Calc |
Origin comparison
Total duty rate at $10,000 customs value across China and alternative origins on the same HTS candidate. Chapter 99 overlays (Section 301, IEEPA, reciprocal) apply per-origin automatically.
| Origin | Total rate | Duty on $10K | vs this page |
|---|---|---|---|
| China (current) | 12.8% | $1,280 | — |
| Vietnam | 5.3% | $530 | −$750 |
| Mexico | 5.3% | $530 | −$750 |
| India | 5.3% | $530 | −$750 |
| Thailand | 5.3% | $530 | −$750 |
Confirm before using a rate
- outer material
- protective shell vs. wallet case
- designed-for-phone fit
This page provides candidates and reference math, not a CBP ruling. CBP makes the binding classification and duty determination at entry; AD/CVD, exclusions, and product facts still need separate review.
Other origin variants for this product
FAQ
How do I find the US HTS code for phone case from China?
Start from the product name or local HS code, anchor on HS6, then compare US HTS candidate descriptions. Phone case can split after HS6 by material, use, construction, or function; the applicable Chapter 99 overlays differ between China and China origins.
Does China origin trigger Section 301?
Yes. Section 301 (9903.88.x) stacks on top of MFN for China-origin goods; the active subheading list is maintained by USTR.