HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8513.10 – Lamps; portable, electric, designed to function by their own source of energy (excluding lighting equipment of heading no. 8512)
HS code 8513.10 is the 6-digit subheading for lamps, portable, electric, designed to function by their own source of energy (excluding lighting equipment of heading no. 8512). It is used for LED flashlights, rechargeable headlamps, battery-powered camping lanterns, emergency hand lamps and portable work lights.
What HS 8513.10 covers
This HS code covers portable electric lamps designed to function by their own source of energy, such as batteries, making them indispensable for outdoor activities, emergency preparedness, and various professional uses. This category includes a wide range of consumer electronics and specialized tools, from everyday flashlights to high-performance headlamps and rechargeable work lights. The trade is dominated by manufacturers in Asia, particularly China, who export these products globally to retailers, distributors, and specialized equipment suppliers. Key aspects include advancements in LED technology for brightness and energy efficiency, improvements in battery life and charging methods (e.g., USB-C, solar), and the increasing demand for durable, waterproof, and multi-functional designs. The market is driven by consumer demand for convenience, safety, and recreational pursuits.
- Covers
- LED flashlights
- Rechargeable headlamps
- Battery-powered camping lanterns
- Emergency hand lamps
- Portable work lights
- Bicycle lights (self-contained)
- Dive lights
- Examples
- Maglite LED Flashlight
- Petzl Headlamp
- Coleman LED Lantern
- Streamlight Stinger
- Fenix PD35
Codes often confused with 8513.10
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 851220 if mistakenly identified as vehicle lighting, or 9405 (lamps and lighting fittings) if not portable and self-contained with its own energy source.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 851310, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 851310 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 71% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.5B 71% of world exports
- 2 Germany $154M 4.3% of world exports
- 3 United States $133M 3.8% of world exports
World total: $3.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $807M 25% of world imports
- 2 Germany $236M 7.3% of world imports
- 3 Japan $165M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $3.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 8513.10 2
Brazil splits HS 8513.10 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.13 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8513.10
What is HS code 851310?
HS code 851310 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Lamps; portable, electric, designed to function by their own source of energy (excluding lighting equipment of heading no. 8512). This HS code covers portable electric lamps designed to function by their own source of energy, such as batteries, making them indispensable for outdoor activities, emergency preparedness, and various professional uses. This category includes a wide range of consumer electronics and specialized tools, from everyday flashlights to high-performance headlamps and rechargeable work lights. The trade is dominated by manufacturers in Asia, particularly China, who export these products globally to retailers, distributors, and specialized equipment suppliers. Key aspects include advancements in LED technology for brightness and energy efficiency, improvements in battery life and charging methods (e.g., USB-C, solar), and the increasing demand for durable, waterproof, and multi-functional designs. The market is driven by consumer demand for convenience, safety, and recreational pursuits.
What products fall under HS code 851310?
LED flashlights, Rechargeable headlamps, Battery-powered camping lanterns, Emergency hand lamps, Portable work lights, Bicycle lights (self-contained), Dive lights
What are common misclassifications for HS code 851310?
This code can be confused with 851220 if mistakenly identified as vehicle lighting, or 9405 (lamps and lighting fittings) if not portable and self-contained with its own energy source.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 851310?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 851310 in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.5B, 71% of world exports), Germany ($154M) and the United States ($133M). World exports came to about $3.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 851310?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 851310 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($807M, 25% of world imports), Germany ($236M) and Japan ($165M). World imports came to about $3.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 851310 structured?
HS code 851310 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (13) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 851310?
Brazil splits HS code 851310 into 2 NCM codes: 8513.10.10 (Hand-held torches and flashlights), 8513.10.90 (Other portable electric lamps). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.