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HS Code Candidates for Phone Accessories

Use this page to prepare candidate HS headings, product facts, material and function variants, invoice descriptions, ecommerce catalog fields, and risk flags before official review.

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Product facts to verify
  • Main material and fiber or chemical composition
  • Construction: knitted, woven, molded, assembled
  • Function and intended use
  • Whether it includes electronics, battery, magnets, leather, or textile
  • Country of origin and destination market
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Candidates are preparation aids only. Verify final code in USITC HTS, EU TARIC, or the destination tariff database before filing.

Last reviewed

2026-08-02

Candidate headings table

Review candidates

The table below lists candidate HS headings for phone accessories. Each row is a starting point, not a final classification; verify in the destination tariff database before filing.

CodeHeadingUse when
3926Other articles of plasticPlastic phone cases, stands, and accessories without electronics; verify outer-surface rule.
4202Trunks, suitcases, and cases with outer surface of leather, plastic sheeting, or textileCases with leather or textile outer surface, including wallet cases and pouch cases.
7007Safety glass (tempered or laminated)Tempered glass screen protectors; verify thickness and treatment for the heading.
8517.79Other parts for telephone setsPhone accessories with electronic function (magnetic mount with chip, wireless charging case).
8544.42Insulated wire, cable, with connectorsUSB-C, Lightning, and other charging or data cables with connectors on at least one end.
8504.40Static converters (chargers, adapters)Wall chargers, USB power adapters, and voltage converters that do not store energy.
8507.60Lithium-ion accumulatorsStandalone power banks or replacement lithium-ion cells; verify watt-hour rating.

National extensions after the 6-digit heading vary by destination market. Verify the full national code in USITC HTS, EU TARIC, or UK Trade Tariff before filing.

Decision tree

How to classify phone accessories

Step 1: Identify function

Case, screen protector, cable, charger, power bank, stand, mount.

Step 2: Identify material

Silicone, polycarbonate, leather, textile, tempered glass, mixed.

Step 3: Pick the heading family

Plastic 3926; leather / textile 4202; tempered glass 7007; electronic parts 8517; cables 8544; chargers 8504; power banks 8507.

Step 4: Check regulated content

Battery, electronics, magnet; gates dangerous goods, RF approval, and carrier rules.

Step 5: Apply the national extension

Open USITC HTS, EU TARIC, or UK Trade Tariff and confirm the 10-digit code.

Step 6: Document on the invoice

Use a strong description: function + material + key spec. Avoid generic words such as accessory, gadget, parts.

Material variants

How material changes the code

MaterialTypical headingNotes
Silicone or TPU3926Most basic phone cases; function is protective shell.
Hard polycarbonate3926Hard plastic cases; same heading family as silicone.
Leather or composition leather4202Premium cases; outer-surface rule drives the chapter switch.
Textile or fabric4202Fabric-outer-surface cases; verify the outer surface and function.
Tempered glass7007Screen protectors; verify thickness and treatment.
Mixed plastic + metal (magnetic ring)3926 / 8517.79Cases with metal ring; if the ring has electronic function, the heading may shift to 8517.79.
Function and use-case variants

How function changes the code

FunctionTypical headingNotes
Protective shell (no electronics)3926 / 4202Verify by outer-surface material; no chapter shift expected.
Wallet case (no electronics)4202Wallet function with leather or plastic outer surface usually stays in chapter 42.
Battery case8507.60Battery function changes the chapter; verify watt-hour rating.
Magnetic case (no electronics)3926 / 4202Magnets alone do not change the heading, but they trigger carrier and airline rules.
Magnetic case with electronics8517.79Electronic function shifts the heading; document the chip and wireless function on the invoice.
Charging cable or wall charger8544.42 / 8504.40Cable or charger; function drives the heading.
Risk flags

Source-check required

FlagImpact on classificationWhere to verify
Battery-powered accessoryLithium battery review, dangerous goods shipping rules, possible Chapter 85 classification.IATA DGR, 49 CFR, destination battery rules.
Electronic function (chip, Bluetooth, NFC)Heading may shift from chapter 39 or 42 to chapter 85 (electronic parts).Destination tariff notes for chapters 39, 42, and 85.
Leather outer surfaceSwitches classification to chapter 42 (cases and bags).HS explanatory notes for heading 42.02.
Multi-material constructionMay need component-level or essential character review.GRI 3(b) and destination national extensions.
Country of originSection 301 additional tariff may apply on top of base duty for China-origin phone accessories.USTR Section 301 list, EU TDAP, destination tariff database.
Magnet shipping rulesStrong magnets trigger carrier and airline rules even when the candidate heading is unchanged.IATA DGR, carrier magnet rules.

Risk flags signal the need for official review before the candidate code is used on customs documents.

Invoice description examples

Strong descriptions

Strong invoice descriptions include material, function, product type, and key components (battery, electronics, magnet, leather, textile). Avoid generic words such as gift, sample, accessory, or product. The descriptions below are examples only, not final classifications.

  • Silicone phone case for smartphone, no battery, no electronics
  • Tempered glass screen protector, 0.3 mm thickness, no adhesive backing
  • USB-C to USB-C insulated charging cable, 1 m, with connectors
  • Lithium-ion power bank, 10000 mAh, 37 Wh, USB-C output
  • Magnetic phone case accessory, metal ring, no electronics, verify magnet shipping rules
  • Wireless charging pad, 10 W, USB-C input, no battery

Use these descriptions on the commercial invoice line item, with the candidate HS code and country of origin declared per line.

Ecommerce catalog fields

Shopify, WooCommerce, and CSV fields to check

Before labels and invoices are generated, prepare these fields in your ecommerce catalog. The CSV Catalog Checker scans Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, or custom CSV exports for missing customs fields locally in your browser.

FieldWhy it matters
SKUStable identifier; survives product title edits; maps catalog row to invoice line.
Product titleMarketing label; should match but not replace the customs description.
Function (case / screen protector / cable / charger / power bank / stand)Drives the chapter split; function must be on the invoice.
Material (silicone / polycarbonate / leather / textile / glass)Drives the chapter split; material must be on the invoice.
Includes battery?Boolean flag; gates dangerous goods review and heading choice.
Includes electronics?Boolean flag; gates chapter 85 review.
Includes magnet?Boolean flag; gates carrier and airline rules even if heading is unchanged.
Country of originDrives Section 301 additional tariff and destination import rules.
Candidate HS codeWorking candidate from the AI HS Code Finder; never a final classification.
Customs descriptionStrong description (function + material + key spec) used on the commercial invoice.
Unit value and currencyCustoms value input; affects duty base and de minimis treatment.
Quantity per inner pack / caseSupports packing list cross-check and weight validation.
Destination marketPick the correct national tariff database for verification (USITC HTS, EU TARIC, UK Trade Tariff).

Pair this with the Commercial Invoice Generator, the HS Code Finder, and the CSV Catalog Checker.

Worked example

Worked example: classifying a $5 tempered glass screen protector

Scenario: A phone-accessory merchant lists a 0.3 mm tempered glass screen protector at a unit value of $5, FOB Shenzhen, MOQ 1,000 units, sold to US buyers. The merchant needs a candidate HS code and a commercial invoice draft.

  1. Step 1: identify the product facts. Function is screen protector; material is tempered glass; thickness is 0.3 mm; no adhesive backing included; no electronics.
  2. Step 2: pick the closest candidate heading. Tempered glass screen protectors fall under 7007 (safety glass). The merchant uses 7007 as a working candidate and verifies the national extension in USITC HTS.
  3. Step 3: confirm the function. The description "tempered glass screen protector, 0.3 mm thickness, no adhesive backing" matches the candidate; no chapter shift is expected.
  4. Step 4: confirm origin and additional tariff. Origin is China; the merchant checks the USTR Section 301 list for the current rate on 7007.
  5. Step 5: write the invoice description. Use "tempered glass screen protector, 0.3 mm thickness, no adhesive backing" so the description matches the candidate.
  6. Step 6: document the basis. Keep a short note: material tempered glass, function screen protector, candidate 7007, country of origin China.

Final classification depends on product facts, destination tariff rules, and official review. The candidate is preparation aid only.

Common mistakes

What to avoid

  • Classifying all phone accessories under one heading without checking function and material.
  • Treating a magnetic case as plain plastic without checking for electronic function.
  • Forgetting watt-hour rating on the commercial invoice for power banks.
  • Treating the heading number as final without verifying the national extension.
  • Missing Section 301 additional tariff for China-origin phone accessories.
  • Reusing one HS code across case, screen protector, cable, and charger.
  • Ignoring magnet shipping rules for magnetic cases and mounts.
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About this category page

Written by the TariffCatalog Editorial Team. Maintained by Ryan Cole and reviewed for candidate-only customs-data workflow clarity.

This page follows TariffCatalog's methodology for candidate-only classification, estimate-only calculators, and document draft workflows. Candidates are preparation aids, not binding classifications.

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Reviewed by Ryan Cole

Ryan Cole maintains TariffCatalog from the perspective of a long-time ecommerce operator with 15+ years of experience in product catalog, international shipping, and pre-shipment data workflows. This page is reviewed for candidate-only HS code preparation, source-check clarity, and estimate-only or candidate-only wording.

TariffCatalog is a preparation aid, not a customs broker, legal, tax, or freight-forwarding service. Verify final classifications, rates, documents, and filing treatment with official sources or qualified professionals.

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FAQ

Common questions

Are these HS code candidates binding?

No. The headings on this page are candidates, preparation aids based on common product facts. Final classification depends on function, material, electronics, destination tariff rules, and any binding ruling in effect. Verify the final code in USITC HTS, EU TARIC, UK Trade Tariff, or the destination tariff database before filing.

Why does material change the HS code for a phone case?

HS classification for phone cases is driven by outer-surface material and electronics. Silicone and polycarbonate usually fall under 3926; leather and textile under 4202. The outer-surface rule is the most common pivot. Verify the material and the destination rule before filing.

What changes when a phone case has a battery?

A battery in the case shifts the case out of chapter 39 or 42 and into chapter 85 (electrical equipment). The case is then classified with the battery function, often under 8507 or 8517 depending on integration. The battery also triggers dangerous goods shipping rules.

Why does a magnet matter for shipping even if the heading is the same?

Magnets can affect shipping even when they do not change the heading. Carriers and airlines have magnet-related rules that restrict or require labeling on parcels with strong magnets. The HS code may still be 3926 or 4202, but the shipment documentation must declare the magnet.

Do phone accessories need HS codes on the commercial invoice?

Most courier, freight, and broker channels expect an HS code candidate on the commercial invoice. Postal channels may clear on a CN22 or CN23 without a full code. Even when the channel does not require a code, including a candidate speeds up clearance and supports duty and tax review.

Should cables and chargers be classified separately?

Yes. Cables and chargers fall under different heading families: 8544 for cables, 8504 for chargers. The function drives the heading, not the brand positioning. Verify each function in the destination tariff before quoting.

Can I bulk-assign one HS code to my phone-accessory catalog?

It depends on the variants. Products that share function, material, electronics, and origin can share one candidate. Products that change function (case vs cable vs charger) or material usually need a different candidate. The CSV Catalog Checker flags these patterns in bulk.

When should I ask a broker or RF specialist?

Ask a licensed broker or RF regulatory specialist when the product is regulated (lithium battery, RF approval, magnet), high-value, repeatedly shipped, or ambiguous in classification. A one-time consultation or a written opinion can pay back many times over for a catalog that ships the same phone-accessory family across many orders.

Last reviewed: 2026-08-02

Disclaimer

TariffCatalog provides candidate HS code suggestions, estimate-only calculators, and document drafts. Verify final classifications, duty rates, document requirements, and filing obligations with official sources, carriers, brokers, or destination authorities before filing or shipping.

Candidate headings on this page are preparation aids, not binding classifications. Final classification depends on exact product facts and the destination tariff rules in effect on the entry date.