HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8539.22 – Lamps; filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), of a power not exceeding 200W and for a voltage exceeding 100 volts, other than tungsten halogen
HS code 8539.22 is the 6-digit subheading for lamps, filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), of a power not exceeding 200W and for a voltage exceeding 100 volts, other than tungsten halogen. It is used for standard incandescent light bulbs (A19, A60), decorative filament bulbs, appliance bulbs (oven, refrigerator), indicator lamps and rough service bulbs.
What HS 8539.22 covers
This HS code covers traditional incandescent filament lamps, excluding tungsten halogen types, with a power rating not exceeding 200W and designed for a voltage exceeding 100 volts. These are the classic 'light bulbs' historically used for general illumination in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. While their use is declining in many regions due to energy efficiency regulations and the widespread adoption of LED technology, trade persists for replacement bulbs in existing fixtures, niche applications where specific light characteristics are desired (e.g., decorative, appliance-specific), or in markets where LED adoption is slower. Importers are typically retail distributors, hardware stores, and maintenance suppliers. Exporters are established lighting manufacturers. Key aspects include lumen output, color temperature, and various base types (e.g., E27, E26) to fit diverse fixtures.
- Covers
- Standard incandescent light bulbs (A19, A60)
- Decorative filament bulbs
- Appliance bulbs (oven, refrigerator)
- Indicator lamps
- Rough service bulbs
- Vintage Edison bulbs
- Traffic signal bulbs
- Examples
- GE Soft White A19
- Philips Classic Incandescent
- Sylvania General Service bulbs
- Feit Electric vintage filament bulbs
- Westinghouse appliance bulbs
Codes often confused with 8539.22
Common mistake. Can be confused with tungsten halogen lamps (853921) if the specific filament type is not identified, or with LED lamps (854370) which are a distinct and increasingly dominant lighting technology.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 853922, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 853922 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 74% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 28% 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 $165M 74% of world exports
- 2 Poland $7.9M 3.5% of world exports
- 3 Denmark $7.6M 3.4% of world exports
World total: $223M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $64M 28% of world imports
- 2 Spain $11M 5.1% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $9.9M 4.4% of world imports
World total: $227M 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 8539.22
Brazil does not split HS 8539.22: its NCM code is 8539.22.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.39 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8539.22
What is HS code 853922?
HS code 853922 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Lamps; filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), of a power not exceeding 200W and for a voltage exceeding 100 volts, other than tungsten halogen. This HS code covers traditional incandescent filament lamps, excluding tungsten halogen types, with a power rating not exceeding 200W and designed for a voltage exceeding 100 volts. These are the classic 'light bulbs' historically used for general illumination in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. While their use is declining in many regions due to energy efficiency regulations and the widespread adoption of LED technology, trade persists for replacement bulbs in existing fixtures, niche applications where specific light characteristics are desired (e.g., decorative, appliance-specific), or in markets where LED adoption is slower. Importers are typically retail distributors, hardware stores, and maintenance suppliers. Exporters are established lighting manufacturers. Key aspects include lumen output, color temperature, and various base types (e.g., E27, E26) to fit diverse fixtures.
What products fall under HS code 853922?
Standard incandescent light bulbs (A19, A60), decorative filament bulbs, appliance bulbs (oven, refrigerator), indicator lamps, rough service bulbs, vintage Edison bulbs, traffic signal bulbs
What are common misclassifications for HS code 853922?
Can be confused with tungsten halogen lamps (853921) if the specific filament type is not identified, or with LED lamps (854370) which are a distinct and increasingly dominant lighting technology.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 853922?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 853922 in UN Comtrade data were China ($165M, 74% of world exports), Poland ($7.9M) and Denmark ($7.6M). World exports came to about $223M, 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 853922?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 853922 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($64M, 28% of world imports), Spain ($11M) and Indonesia ($9.9M). World imports came to about $227M, 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 853922 structured?
HS code 853922 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (39) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 853922?
In Brazil, HS code 853922 is NCM 8539.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.