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HS Code Candidates for Phone Chargers

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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Answer summary

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 chargers. Each row is a starting point, not a final classification; verify in the destination tariff database before filing.

Code	Heading	Use when
`8504.40`	Static converters	Phone chargers, power adapters, and AC-to-DC converters. The primary candidate for all phone charging products.
`8504.40.95`	Other static converters	Static converters not specifically described in earlier subheadings. Most phone chargers fall here.
`8504.40.95.20`	Power supplies for telecommunications apparatus	Chargers specifically designed for telecommunications equipment, including some phone chargers with telecom-specific connectors.
`8504.40.95.40`	Other power supplies	General-purpose power supplies and chargers not specifically for telecom apparatus.
`8536.69`	Connectors, plugs, and sockets	Only when the product is a connector, plug, or socket without converter function. A charger with converter function is not a connector.

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 chargers

Step 1: Is the product a charger?

AC-to-DC converter or wireless charger → 8504.40. Connector or socket only → 8536.69.

Step 2: Identify the wattage range

5W to 100W for phone chargers; affects subheading review.

Step 3: Check for wireless or GaN features

Features should be documented but do not change the heading.

Step 4: Check origin and Section 301

For China origin, verify Section 301 rate on 8504 products.

Step 5: Document on the invoice

Wattage + connector + technology + plug type.

Material variants

How material changes the code

Material	Typical heading	Notes
Plastic housing with PCB and USB port	8504.40	Most phone chargers use plastic housing; describe the construction on the invoice.
GaN (gallium nitride) technology	8504.40	GaN chargers fall under the same heading; describe the GaN technology as a feature.
Aluminum housing for heat dissipation	8504.40	Aluminum housing is a feature; the heading remains 8504.40.

Function and use-case variants

How function changes the code

Function	Typical heading	Notes
USB wall charger (5W to 100W)	8504.40	Standard wall chargers fall under static converters.
USB-C PD fast charger	8504.40	Power Delivery chargers fall under the same heading.
Wireless phone charger	8504.40	Wireless chargers use inductive coupling but remain static converters.
Car phone charger	8504.40	12V to 5V converters for car use fall under the same heading.
Travel adapter with USB ports	8504.40	Travel adapters with converter function fall under static converters.

Risk flags

Source-check required

Flag	Impact on classification	Where to verify
China origin
Charger vs power supply
GaN technology
Wireless charging

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.

USB wall charger, 20W, USB-C PD, GaN technology, US plug
Wireless phone charger, 15W, Qi certified, with USB-C cable
Car phone charger, 18W, USB-C PD, 12V input
Multi-port USB charger, 65W, 2 USB-C and 1 USB-A, GaN technology
Travel adapter with USB ports, 30W, US/EU/UK/AU plug compatibility

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.

Field	Why it matters
HS code candidate	8504.40 for all phone chargers.
Wattage	5W to 100W affects description and may affect subheading.
Connector type	USB-A, USB-C, or wireless should be on the invoice.
Technology	GaN, silicon, or wireless should be documented as features.
Plug type	US, EU, UK, or AU plug should be specified.
Country of origin	Drives Section 301 review for China-origin chargers.

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Worked example

Ecommerce seller importing USB-C chargers from China to the US

Scenario: A Shopify seller imports 3,000 USB-C PD chargers from China. The product specs: 20W, GaN technology, single USB-C port, US foldable plug, white color.

Step 1: identify product facts. Product type: USB wall charger. Wattage: 20W. Technology: GaN. Connector: USB-C. Plug: US.
Step 2: select the candidate family. A phone charger with AC-to-DC conversion falls under 8504.40.
Step 3: confirm origin and additional tariff. Origin: CN (China). Section 301 tariffs may apply on 8504 products.
Step 4: write the invoice description. Use "USB wall charger, 20W, USB-C PD, GaN technology, US foldable plug."
Step 5: catalog fields. HS code = 8504.40, COO = CN, wattage = 20W, connector = USB-C, technology = GaN.

The candidate is preparation aid only. Verify the full national extension, Section 301 rate, and safety certifications (UL, FCC) in the destination tariff before filing.

Common mistakes

What to avoid

Classifying a charger as a connector (8536.69) instead of a static converter (8504.40).
Treating GaN technology as a heading change.
Skipping the Section 301 check for China-origin chargers.
Using brand name or marketing name as the customs description instead of wattage and connector type.
Ignoring wireless charging in the product description.

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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.

Last reviewed: August 2026 · Maintainer entity: Ryan Cole · Source policy: verified against official customs and tariff sources

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FAQ

Common questions

What is the HS code for phone chargers?

Phone chargers (wall, car, wireless) are classified under heading 8504.40 (static converters). The classification follows the converter function, not the wattage or technology.

What is the HS code for USB-C chargers?

USB-C PD chargers fall under the same heading 8504.40. Power Delivery is a protocol feature, not a heading change.

What is the HS code for wireless phone chargers?

Wireless phone chargers use inductive coupling but remain static converters under 8504.40. The converter function is the primary classifier.

What is the HS code for GaN chargers?

GaN (gallium nitride) chargers fall under the same heading 8504.40. GaN is a semiconductor technology feature, not a heading change.

Are phone chargers subject to Section 301 tariffs from China?

Yes. Section 301 additional tariffs apply to many charger products from China under heading 8504. Check the USTR Section 301 list for current rates.

How do I describe a phone charger on the commercial invoice?

Write wattage + connector type + technology + plug type. For example: "USB wall charger, 20W, USB-C PD, GaN technology, US plug."

What is the difference between a charger and a power supply?

A charger is a device that converts AC to DC for device charging. A power supply is a broader category that includes chargers, adapters, and converters. Phone chargers are a subset of power supplies.

Last reviewed: 2026-08-02

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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.