HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9006.99 – Photographic flashlight apparatus; parts and accessories, for other than cameras
HS code 9006.99 is the 6-digit subheading for photographic flashlight apparatus, parts and accessories, for other than cameras. It is used for external camera flashes, studio strobe lights, ring lights, speedlights and flash triggers.
What HS 9006.99 covers
This code encompasses a diverse range of lighting equipment crucial for professional and amateur photography, excluding those integrated into cameras themselves. It covers external flash units, studio strobes, ring lights, and their associated components like power packs, diffusers, and mounting brackets. These goods are vital for controlling light in various photographic settings, from portrait studios to event photography and product shoots. Importers typically include photography equipment distributors, professional studios, and retailers specializing in electronics, while exporters are often manufacturers based in Asia, Europe, and North America. Key considerations in trade involve technological advancements in LED lighting, battery life, and wireless connectivity, as well as compliance with electrical safety standards. The market is driven by innovation in light quality and portability, catering to a global community of content creators and visual artists.
- Covers
- External camera flashes
- Studio strobe lights
- Ring lights
- Speedlights
- Flash triggers
- Light stands
- Softboxes
- Flash diffusers
- Examples
- Godox V1
- Profoto B10
- Elinchrom D-Lite RX One
- Neewer Ring Light
- Canon Speedlite 600EX II-RT
Codes often confused with 9006.99
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 900659 (other photographic cameras) if the flash is mistakenly considered an integral part of a camera, or with 940540 (other electric lamps and lighting fittings) if its specific photographic function is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 900699, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 900699 in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 13% 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 Hong Kong $45M 19% of world exports
- 2 China $43M 18% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $23M 9.6% of world exports
World total: $234M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Hong Kong $28M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $22M 11% of world imports
- 3 Sweden $14M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $205M 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 9006.99
Brazil does not split HS 9006.99: its NCM code is 9006.99.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 90.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9006.99
What is HS code 900699?
HS code 900699 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Photographic flashlight apparatus; parts and accessories, for other than cameras. This code encompasses a diverse range of lighting equipment crucial for professional and amateur photography, excluding those integrated into cameras themselves. It covers external flash units, studio strobes, ring lights, and their associated components like power packs, diffusers, and mounting brackets. These goods are vital for controlling light in various photographic settings, from portrait studios to event photography and product shoots. Importers typically include photography equipment distributors, professional studios, and retailers specializing in electronics, while exporters are often manufacturers based in Asia, Europe, and North America. Key considerations in trade involve technological advancements in LED lighting, battery life, and wireless connectivity, as well as compliance with electrical safety standards. The market is driven by innovation in light quality and portability, catering to a global community of content creators and visual artists.
What products fall under HS code 900699?
External camera flashes, studio strobe lights, ring lights, speedlights, flash triggers, light stands, softboxes, flash diffusers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 900699?
This code is often confused with 900659 (other photographic cameras) if the flash is mistakenly considered an integral part of a camera, or with 940540 (other electric lamps and lighting fittings) if its specific photographic function is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 900699?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 900699 in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($45M, 19% of world exports), China ($43M) and the Netherlands ($23M). World exports came to about $234M, 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 900699?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 900699 in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($28M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($22M) and Sweden ($14M). World imports came to about $205M, 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 900699 structured?
HS code 900699 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 900699?
In Brazil, HS code 900699 is NCM 9006.99.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.