HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9405.31 – Luminaires and light fittings; electric, lighting strings of a kind used for Christmas trees, for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources
HS code 9405.31 is the 6-digit subheading for luminaires and light fittings, electric, lighting strings of a kind used for Christmas trees, for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources. It is used for LED Christmas string lights, LED fairy lights for trees, LED net lights for trees, LED icicle lights for trees and LED mini lights for trees.
What HS 9405.31 covers
This specific HS code covers electric lighting strings designed exclusively for Christmas trees, utilizing LED technology. These products are a staple of seasonal trade, experiencing massive demand spikes in the months leading up to the holiday season. The global supply chain is heavily dominated by manufacturers in East Asia, particularly China, who produce these items in vast quantities for export. Major importers include large retail chains, department stores, and specialized holiday decoration distributors in North America, Europe, and Australia. Key trade considerations involve safety certifications (e.g., UL, CE), energy efficiency, and design variations (e.g., warm white, multi-color, smart features). The "solely with LED" clause is critical, distinguishing these from older incandescent string lights. The market for LED Christmas lights has grown significantly due to their energy efficiency, durability, and vibrant color options, making them a high-volume, low-margin commodity during peak seasons.
- Covers
- LED Christmas string lights
- LED fairy lights for trees
- LED net lights for trees
- LED icicle lights for trees
- LED mini lights for trees
- Battery-operated LED Christmas lights
- Examples
- Philips LED Christmas Lights
- GE LED Christmas Lights
- NOMA Advanced LED Christmas Lights
- Twinkly Smart LED String Lights
- Celebrations LED Christmas Lights
Codes often confused with 9405.31
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 940539, which covers non-LED Christmas tree lighting strings. It can also be confused with general LED string lights (940542) if the "Christmas tree" specific use is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 940531, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 940531 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 31% 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 $730M 63% of world exports
- 2 Cambodia* ~$207M 18% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Netherlands $77M 6.6% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $285M 31% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $67M 7.2% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $63M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $932M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 9405.31
Brazil does not split HS 9405.31: its NCM code is 9405.31.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 94.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9405.31
What is HS code 940531?
HS code 940531 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Luminaires and light fittings; electric, lighting strings of a kind used for Christmas trees, for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources. This specific HS code covers electric lighting strings designed exclusively for Christmas trees, utilizing LED technology. These products are a staple of seasonal trade, experiencing massive demand spikes in the months leading up to the holiday season. The global supply chain is heavily dominated by manufacturers in East Asia, particularly China, who produce these items in vast quantities for export. Major importers include large retail chains, department stores, and specialized holiday decoration distributors in North America, Europe, and Australia. Key trade considerations involve safety certifications (e.g., UL, CE), energy efficiency, and design variations (e.g., warm white, multi-color, smart features). The "solely with LED" clause is critical, distinguishing these from older incandescent string lights. The market for LED Christmas lights has grown significantly due to their energy efficiency, durability, and vibrant color options, making them a high-volume, low-margin commodity during peak seasons.
What products fall under HS code 940531?
LED Christmas string lights, LED fairy lights for trees, LED net lights for trees, LED icicle lights for trees, LED mini lights for trees, Battery-operated LED Christmas lights
What are common misclassifications for HS code 940531?
This code is distinct from 940539, which covers non-LED Christmas tree lighting strings. It can also be confused with general LED string lights (940542) if the "Christmas tree" specific use is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 940531?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 940531 in UN Comtrade data were China ($730M, 63% of world exports), Cambodia (about $207M) and the Netherlands ($77M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 940531?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 940531 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($285M, 31% of world imports), the Netherlands ($67M) and the United Kingdom ($63M). World imports came to about $932M, 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 940531 structured?
HS code 940531 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (94) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (31) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 940531?
In Brazil, HS code 940531 is NCM 9405.31.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.