About HS Code 940591
This HS code specifically covers parts of lamps and light fittings made from glass. This includes a wide array of components such as glass shades, diffusers, lenses, and decorative elements used in various lighting applications, from residential to commercial and industrial. International trade in these components is integral to the global lighting manufacturing supply chain, with specialized glass producers supplying parts to lamp assemblers worldwide. Importers are typically lighting fixture manufacturers, repair shops, and sometimes retailers of decorative lighting. Exporters are countries with strong glass manufacturing capabilities, often leveraging specific expertise in optical or decorative glass production. Key factors in trade include the quality of glass (e.g., heat resistance, clarity, decorative finish), precision of manufacturing, and compliance with safety standards for lighting components. The demand for these parts is directly tied to the overall production and maintenance of lighting fixtures, both traditional and modern.
Products Under This Code
Glass lamp shades, chandelier glass arms, glass diffusers for ceiling lights, decorative glass panels for luminaires, optical glass lenses for spotlights, frosted glass globes, borosilicate glass covers, pendant light glass domes
Real World Examples
Murano glass chandelier components, Tiffany lamp glass panels, IKEA lamp glass shades, replacement glass globes for outdoor lanterns, Schott glass lighting components
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with general glass articles (7013 or 7020) if not clearly identifiable as a part of a lamp or light fitting, or with complete glass lamps (e.g., 940510, 940520) if the item is a finished product.
Products Classified Under 9405.91
Industry
This code belongs to the Furniture industry.
Trade Overview
China, Italy, and Germany are significant exporters of glass lighting parts, with major importers being countries with large lighting assembly industries like the USA and other European nations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 940591?
HS code 940591 covers: Lamps and light fittings; parts thereof, of glass. This HS code specifically covers parts of lamps and light fittings made from glass. This includes a wide array of components such as glass shades, diffusers, lenses, and decorative elements used in various lighting applications, from residential to commercial and industrial. International trade in these components is integral to the global lighting manufacturing supply chain, with specialized glass producers supplying parts to lamp assemblers worldwide. Importers are typically lighting fixture manufacturers, repair shops, and sometimes retailers of decorative lighting. Exporters are countries with strong glass manufacturing capabilities, often leveraging specific expertise in optical or decorative glass production. Key factors in trade include the quality of glass (e.g., heat resistance, clarity, decorative finish), precision of manufacturing, and compliance with safety standards for lighting components. The demand for these parts is directly tied to the overall production and maintenance of lighting fixtures, both traditional and modern.
What products fall under HS code 940591?
Glass lamp shades, chandelier glass arms, glass diffusers for ceiling lights, decorative glass panels for luminaires, optical glass lenses for spotlights, frosted glass globes, borosilicate glass covers, pendant light glass domes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 940591?
Can be confused with general glass articles (7013 or 7020) if not clearly identifiable as a part of a lamp or light fitting, or with complete glass lamps (e.g., 940510, 940520) if the item is a finished product.
How is HS code 940591 structured?
HS code 940591 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.