4202.99.10.00/Plastic-Covered Hard Shell Spectacle Case/China

Plastic-Covered Hard Shell Spectacle Case from China

A rigid protective case for eyeglasses or sunglasses, primarily constructed from molded plastic and wholly covered with a thin plastic sheeting for durability and water resistance. It falls under HTS 4202.99.10.00 as a spectacle case made of materials mainly covered with plastics, distinct from simple plastic sheeting bags. The outer plastic covering provides the essential protective character.

Duty Rate — China → United States

40.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

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Import Tips

• Verify the outer covering is predominantly plastic sheeting to qualify under this subheading; document material composition with lab tests if challenged

• Ensure cases are designed for prolonged use, not disposable, to avoid reclassification to heading 3923

• Include detailed invoices specifying 'of plastics' coverage to prevent customs disputes on hierarchy