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HS Code Candidates for Phone Screen Protectors

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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Source note

Candidates are preparation aids only. Verify final code in USITC HTS, EU TARIC, or the destination tariff database before filing.

Last reviewed

July 2026

Candidate headings table

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

Code	Heading	Use when
`3926.90`	Other articles of plastic, not elsewhere specified	Plastic film screen protectors without glass; PET and TPU film protectors.
`7007.19`	Tempered glass, safety glass, not for vehicles	Tempered glass screen protectors for smartphones and tablets; verify thickness and treatment.
`7007.19`	Tempered glass for other devices	Tempered glass for smartwatch, tablet, or other device screen; verify dimensions.

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 screen protectors

Step 1: Identify base material

Tempered glass: chapter 70, heading 7007. PET or TPU film: chapter 39, heading 3926.

Step 2: Check for glass component

Tempered glass: 7007.19. Plastic film: 3926.90.

Step 3: Verify function and dimensions

Screen protector for smartphone, tablet, or other device; note thickness.

Step 4: Verify origin and Section 301

Check USTR Section 301 list for China-origin rates.

Step 5: Document on the invoice

Material + function + thickness.

Material variants

How material changes the code

Material	Typical heading	Notes
Tempered glass	7007.19	Tempered glass is classified as safety glass under 7007; verify thickness and treatment.
PET film (plastic)	3926.90	PET film screen protectors are plastic articles; classify as 3926.90.
TPU film (plastic)	3926.90	TPU film protectors are plastic articles; classify as 3926.90.
Liquid screen protector (plastic resin)	3926.90	Liquid-applied plastic resin coatings are plastic articles; classify as 3926.90.
Tempered glass + case combo	7007.19 / 3926.90	Combo packages may need component-level classification; verify the primary function.

Function and use-case variants

How function changes the code

Function	Typical heading	Notes
Tempered glass screen protector	7007.19	Tempered glass is classified as safety glass; verify thickness in mm.
Plastic film screen protector	3926.90	PET and TPU film protectors are plastic articles; no glass component.
Privacy filter (glass or film)	7007.19 / 3926.90	Verify whether the filter layer is glass or plastic.
Anti-blue light (glass or film)	7007.19 / 3926.90	Verify the base material; the coating does not change the heading.
Tempered glass with case combo	7007.19 / 3926.90	Combo packages may need component-level classification; verify the primary function and the heavier/dearer component.

Risk flags

Source-check required

Flag	Impact on classification	Where to verify
Tempered glass classification	Tempered glass screen protectors fall under 7007 (safety glass), not plastic 3926.	USITC HTS chapter 70 notes, EU TARIC chapter 70.
Plastic film vs glass	PET and TPU film protectors are plastic articles (3926), not glass.	USITC HTS chapter 39 notes.
Section 301 additional tariff	Section 301 additional tariff may apply on top of base duty for China-origin screen protectors.	USTR Section 301 list, USITC HTS.
Combo package classification	Tempered glass + case combo packages may need component-level classification or essential character analysis.	GRI 3(b), USITC HTS GRIs.
Thickness specification	Some tariffs and regulations reference thickness in mm; note the thickness on the invoice.	Destination tariff notes for chapter 70.

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.

Tempered glass screen protector, 0.33 mm, 9H hardness, for smartphone
PET plastic film screen protector, anti-scratch, for smartphone
Tempered glass privacy screen protector, 0.3 mm, for smartphone
TPU film screen protector, anti-fingerprint, for smartphone
Tempered glass screen protector with case combo, 0.33 mm, for smartphone

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
SKU	Stable identifier; maps catalog row to invoice line.
Material (tempered glass / PET film / TPU film)	Drives the heading; must be on the invoice.
Thickness (mm)	Some tariff rules reference thickness; note it on the invoice.
Hardness (for glass)	9H or other hardness rating; useful for customs description.
Device type (smartphone / tablet / smartwatch)	Drives the subheading dimension.
Country of origin	Drives Section 301 additional tariff for China-origin goods.
Candidate HS code	Working candidate from the AI HS Code Finder; never a final classification.
Customs description	Strong description (material + thickness + function) used on the commercial invoice.
Unit value and currency	Customs value input; affects duty base.

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

Worked example

Worked example: classifying a $3 tempered glass screen protector

Scenario: A Shopify merchant imports 3,000 tempered glass screen protectors from China at a unit value of $3, FOB Shenzhen, sold to US buyers. The protector is 0.33 mm tempered glass with 9H hardness.

Step 1: identify product facts. Material: tempered glass. Function: screen protector. Thickness: 0.33 mm. Origin: China.
Step 2: pick the closest heading. Tempered glass screen protectors fall under 7007.19.
Step 3: confirm material. Tempered glass, not plastic film; stays in chapter 70.
Step 4: check origin and additional tariff. Origin is China; check USTR Section 301 list for current rate on 7007.19.
Step 5: write the invoice description. Use "tempered glass screen protector, 0.33 mm, 9H hardness, for smartphone."
Step 6: document the basis. Short note: material tempered glass, function screen protector, thickness 0.33 mm, candidate 7007.19, 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 tempered glass protectors as plastic (3926 instead of 7007).
Classifying plastic film protectors as glass.
Skipping the Section 301 check for China-origin screen protectors.
Not noting thickness when it is relevant to the tariff rule.
Treating combo packages (glass + case) as a single article without component analysis.

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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 material and function facts. Final classification depends on material, 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.

What heading do tempered glass screen protectors fall under?

Tempered glass screen protectors fall under heading 7007.19 (tempered glass, safety glass, not for vehicles). Tempered glass is classified as safety glass, not plastic. Verify the thickness and treatment in the destination tariff.

What heading do plastic film screen protectors fall under?

Plastic film screen protectors (PET, TPU, or other polymer films) fall under heading 3926.90 (other articles of plastic). They are not classified as glass.

What heading does a tempered glass + case combo fall under?

Tempered glass + case combo packages may need component-level classification. The heavier or higher-value component often determines the essential character. Verify the primary function and consider asking a broker for combination product classification.

What should the commercial invoice say for a screen protector?

Write material + function + thickness. For example: "tempered glass screen protector, 0.33 mm, 9H hardness, for smartphone" or "PET plastic film screen protector, anti-scratch, for smartphone."

Do screen protectors from China have additional tariffs?

Yes. Section 301 additional tariffs may apply to China-origin screen protectors. Check the USTR Section 301 tariff list for the current rate on the relevant HTS subheading (7007.19 or 3926.90). The Import Duty Calculator allows you to enter a base duty rate and a separate additional tariff rate.

When should I ask a broker for screen protector classification?

Ask a licensed broker or trade specialist when the product is a combination package (glass + case), high-volume, or subject to a current trade investigation. A written classification opinion can protect the importer during a post-entry audit.

Last reviewed: July 2026

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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.