HS Code Subheading

Photographic flashlight apparatus; discharge lamp (electronic)

9006.61 Subheading
Section XVIII — Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; clocks and watches; musical instruments; parts and accessories thereof

About HS Code 900661

This HS code covers electronic photographic flashlight apparatus, commonly known as speedlights or studio strobes, which utilize discharge lamps to produce intense, short bursts of light. These devices are essential for controlling lighting in various photographic scenarios. Trade involves manufacturers of photographic equipment, professional photography studios, and consumer electronics retailers. Importers and exporters are typically specialized photographic suppliers and general electronics distributors. Key aspects include flash power, recycle time, synchronization capabilities, portability, and advanced features like TTL (Through-The-Lens) metering and high-speed sync. These devices are crucial for both amateur and professional photographers to achieve desired lighting effects, especially in low-light conditions or for creative purposes.

Products Under This Code

Camera-mounted speedlights, studio strobes, portable battery-powered flashes, ring flashes, macro flashes, bare-bulb flashes

Real World Examples

Godox V1, Profoto B10, Canon Speedlite 600EX II-RT, Nikon SB-5000, Elinchrom ELC Pro HD

Common Misclassification

This code is specifically for electronic discharge lamp flashes. Other types of photographic lighting, such as continuous LED lights, would fall under different headings, possibly 9405. Parts for these flashes are under 900691.

Products Classified Under 9006.61

Electronic flash

Related Codes

9006.30 Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal organs; comparison cameras for forensic or criminological use 9006.40 Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); instant print cameras 9006.53 Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic), for roll film of a width of 35mm 9006.59 Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); n.e.c. in heading no 9006 9006.69 Photographic flashlight apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no. 9006 9006.91 Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); parts and accessories 9006.99 Photographic flashlight apparatus; parts and accessories, for other than cameras

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

China is a major manufacturing and exporting country, while the USA and Europe are significant markets for photographic flash apparatus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 900661?

HS code 900661 covers: Photographic flashlight apparatus; discharge lamp (electronic). This HS code covers electronic photographic flashlight apparatus, commonly known as speedlights or studio strobes, which utilize discharge lamps to produce intense, short bursts of light. These devices are essential for controlling lighting in various photographic scenarios. Trade involves manufacturers of photographic equipment, professional photography studios, and consumer electronics retailers. Importers and exporters are typically specialized photographic suppliers and general electronics distributors. Key aspects include flash power, recycle time, synchronization capabilities, portability, and advanced features like TTL (Through-The-Lens) metering and high-speed sync. These devices are crucial for both amateur and professional photographers to achieve desired lighting effects, especially in low-light conditions or for creative purposes.

What products fall under HS code 900661?

Camera-mounted speedlights, studio strobes, portable battery-powered flashes, ring flashes, macro flashes, bare-bulb flashes

What are common misclassifications for HS code 900661?

This code is specifically for electronic discharge lamp flashes. Other types of photographic lighting, such as continuous LED lights, would fall under different headings, possibly 9405. Parts for these flashes are under 900691.

How is HS code 900661 structured?

HS code 900661 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (90) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (61) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.