HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9405.41 – Luminaires and light fittings; electric, photovoltaic, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources
HS code 9405.41 is the 6-digit subheading for luminaires and light fittings, electric, photovoltaic, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources. It is used for solar LED garden lights, solar LED pathway lights, solar LED floodlights, solar LED wall lights and solar LED string lights (outdoor).
What HS 9405.41 covers
This code specifically covers electric luminaires and light fittings that integrate photovoltaic (solar) technology and are designed *solely* for use with LED light sources. These products represent a growing segment of the lighting market, driven by sustainability initiatives and the demand for off-grid or energy-efficient lighting solutions. They typically include a solar panel, a battery, and LED lights, making them self-sufficient. Major manufacturers are found in China, Taiwan, and increasingly in Europe and North America, focusing on innovation in solar efficiency and battery life. Importers range from hardware stores, outdoor living retailers, and garden centers to municipal projects and off-grid solution providers. Key trade considerations include weather resistance (IP ratings), battery capacity, solar panel efficiency, and light output. The combination of "photovoltaic" and "solely with LED" is crucial for correct classification, highlighting their eco-friendly and modern design.
- Covers
- Solar LED garden lights
- Solar LED pathway lights
- Solar LED floodlights
- Solar LED wall lights
- Solar LED string lights (outdoor)
- Solar LED street lights
- Solar LED security lights
- Examples
- Ring Solar Pathlight
- Philips Solar LED Wall Light
- Gama Sonic Solar Garden Lights
- Urpower Solar Lights
- LITOM Solar Landscape Spotlights
Codes often confused with 9405.41
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 940542 (general LED luminaires) if the "photovoltaic" aspect is overlooked, or with 854140 (photovoltaic cells) if the complete luminaire assembly is not recognized.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 940541, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 940541 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 62% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% 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 $1.9B 62% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$136M 4.5% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Thailand $122M 4.1% of world exports
World total: $3.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $606M 25% of world imports
- 2 Germany $175M 7.2% of world imports
- 3 France $134M 5.5% of world imports
World total: $2.4B 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 9405.41
Brazil does not split HS 9405.41: its NCM code is 9405.41.00.
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 9405.41
What is HS code 940541?
HS code 940541 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Luminaires and light fittings; electric, photovoltaic, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources. This code specifically covers electric luminaires and light fittings that integrate photovoltaic (solar) technology and are designed *solely* for use with LED light sources. These products represent a growing segment of the lighting market, driven by sustainability initiatives and the demand for off-grid or energy-efficient lighting solutions. They typically include a solar panel, a battery, and LED lights, making them self-sufficient. Major manufacturers are found in China, Taiwan, and increasingly in Europe and North America, focusing on innovation in solar efficiency and battery life. Importers range from hardware stores, outdoor living retailers, and garden centers to municipal projects and off-grid solution providers. Key trade considerations include weather resistance (IP ratings), battery capacity, solar panel efficiency, and light output. The combination of "photovoltaic" and "solely with LED" is crucial for correct classification, highlighting their eco-friendly and modern design.
What products fall under HS code 940541?
Solar LED garden lights, Solar LED pathway lights, Solar LED floodlights, Solar LED wall lights, Solar LED string lights (outdoor), Solar LED street lights, Solar LED security lights
What are common misclassifications for HS code 940541?
This code can be confused with 940542 (general LED luminaires) if the "photovoltaic" aspect is overlooked, or with 854140 (photovoltaic cells) if the complete luminaire assembly is not recognized.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 940541?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 940541 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.9B, 62% of world exports), Vietnam (about $136M) and Thailand ($122M). World exports came to about $3.0B, 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 940541?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 940541 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($606M, 25% of world imports), Germany ($175M) and France ($134M). World imports came to about $2.4B, 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 940541 structured?
HS code 940541 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 (41) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 940541?
In Brazil, HS code 940541 is NCM 9405.41.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.