HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8536.61 – Electrical apparatus; lamp-holders, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
HS code 8536.61 is the 6-digit subheading for electrical apparatus, lamp-holders, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. It is used for E27 lamp holders, GU10 lamp holders, G13 fluorescent lamp holders, bayonet lamp holders (B22) and candelabra lamp holders (E12).
What HS 8536.61 covers
This HS code specifically covers lamp-holders designed for low-voltage applications, typically for voltages not exceeding 1000 volts. These devices are essential components in various lighting fixtures, providing both the electrical connection and mechanical support for light bulbs, ensuring safe and reliable operation. They are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial lighting systems, from simple household lamps to complex industrial luminaires. Importers and exporters include lighting fixture manufacturers, electrical wholesalers, and construction material suppliers. Key considerations for trade are the lamp base type (e.g., E27, GU10, G13), material (e.g., ceramic, plastic), current and voltage ratings, and mounting method, which must align with regional standards.
- Covers
- E27 lamp holders
- GU10 lamp holders
- G13 fluorescent lamp holders
- Bayonet lamp holders (B22)
- Candelabra lamp holders (E12)
- MR16 lamp holders
- Screw-in lamp holders
- Examples
- Leviton
- Philips
- Osram
- GE Lighting
- Lutron
Codes often confused with 8536.61
Common mistake. Can be confused with other electrical connectors in 8536.69 if not specifically for lamps, or sometimes with the lamps themselves (8539) if not carefully distinguished.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 853661, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 853661 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 55% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 $226M 55% of world exports
- 2 Italy $30M 7.3% of world exports
- 3 United States $28M 6.8% of world exports
World total: $412M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $40M 11% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $31M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $22M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $367M 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 code for 8536.61
Brazil does not split HS 8536.61: its NCM code is 8536.61.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.36 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8536.61
What is HS code 853661?
HS code 853661 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Electrical apparatus; lamp-holders, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. This HS code specifically covers lamp-holders designed for low-voltage applications, typically for voltages not exceeding 1000 volts. These devices are essential components in various lighting fixtures, providing both the electrical connection and mechanical support for light bulbs, ensuring safe and reliable operation. They are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial lighting systems, from simple household lamps to complex industrial luminaires. Importers and exporters include lighting fixture manufacturers, electrical wholesalers, and construction material suppliers. Key considerations for trade are the lamp base type (e.g., E27, GU10, G13), material (e.g., ceramic, plastic), current and voltage ratings, and mounting method, which must align with regional standards.
What products fall under HS code 853661?
E27 lamp holders, GU10 lamp holders, G13 fluorescent lamp holders, bayonet lamp holders (B22), candelabra lamp holders (E12), MR16 lamp holders, screw-in lamp holders
What are common misclassifications for HS code 853661?
Can be confused with other electrical connectors in 8536.69 if not specifically for lamps, or sometimes with the lamps themselves (8539) if not carefully distinguished.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 853661?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 853661 in UN Comtrade data were China ($226M, 55% of world exports), Italy ($30M) and the United States ($28M). World exports came to about $412M, 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 853661?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 853661 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($40M, 11% of world imports), Mexico ($31M) and the United Kingdom ($22M). World imports came to about $367M, 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 853661 structured?
HS code 853661 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (36) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (61) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 853661?
In Brazil, HS code 853661 is NCM 8536.61.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.