Product classification
HS code for Bulb holder: 8536.61
Electrical apparatus, lamp-holders, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Classification of bulb holder under HS 8536.61
Bulb holders, or lamp-holders, are classified under HS code 8536.61. This classification applies to electrical apparatus used for protecting or connecting electrical circuits, specifically designed to hold and provide electrical contact for lamps. The code is restricted to devices operating at a voltage not exceeding 1,000 V. Under the Harmonized System, lamp-holders are considered components of lighting systems rather than complete luminaires. The classification is driven by the primary function of the device: providing a mechanical and electrical interface for a light bulb. This includes various types of sockets such as Edison screw bases and bayonet mounts. It is important to note that the material of the holder, whether plastic, ceramic, or metal, does not change the primary classification under 8536.61, provided the electrical function remains the same. The classification follows GRI 1, which prioritizes the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. As these are specifically named in the subheading 8536.61, they take precedence over more general electrical connection codes.
- Covers
- E26 and E27 Edison screw lamp-holders
- GU10 and G9 halogen/LED bulb sockets
- B22 bayonet cap bulb holders
- Fluorescent tube starters and holders
- Wedge-base lamp sockets for automotive use
- Ceramic heat-resistant bulb sockets
- Also under 8536.61
- Leviton
- Philips
- Osram
- GE Lighting
- Lutron
Codes often confused with 8536.61
Common mistake. Bulb holders are often misclassified under 9405, which covers complete lamps and lighting fittings. If the item is just the socket, it belongs in 8536.61. They are also confused with 8536.69, which is for other plugs and sockets. However, 8536.61 is a specific provision for lamp-holders that must be used if the product is intended for bulbs.
Top exporters and importers of HS 853661 (the code used for bulb holder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853661 (the code used for bulb holder) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 55% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 853661, not only bulb holder.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $226M 55% of world exports
- 2 Italy $30M 7.3% of world exports
- 3 United States $28M 6.8% of world exports
World total: $412M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $40M 11% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $31M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $22M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $367M 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 bulb holder
Brazil classifies bulb holder under NCM 8536.61.00: HS 8536.61 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bulb holder
What is the HS code for Bulb holder?
The HS code for Bulb holder is 853661 (Electrical apparatus; lamp-holders, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts). The HS code for bulb holders (lamp-holders) for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 V is 8536.61.
How do I classify Bulb holder for customs?
Bulb holder is classified under HS code 853661 — Electrical apparatus; lamp-holders, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are LED sockets classified differently?
No, sockets designed specifically for LED bulbs are still classified as lamp-holders under 8536.61 because they perform the same mechanical and electrical connection function.
Which countries are the top exporters of bulb holder (HS 853661)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853661 (the code used for bulb holder) in UN Comtrade data were China ($226M, 55% of world exports), Italy ($30M) and the United States ($28M). World exports came to about $412M, 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 bulb holder (HS 853661)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853661 (the code used for bulb holder) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($40M, 11% of world imports), Mexico ($31M) and the United Kingdom ($22M). World imports came to about $367M, 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.
Is the HS code for Bulb holder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853661 for Bulb holder is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bulb holder in Brazil?
In Brazil, bulb holder (HS 853661) is classified under NCM 8536.61.00.