Product classification
HS code for Edison bulb: 8539.22
Lamps, filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), of a power not exceeding 200W and for a voltage exceeding 100 volts, other than tungsten halogen.
Classification of edison bulb under HS 8539.22
Edison bulbs, characterized by their visible, decorative internal filaments, are classified under HS code 8539.22. This code is situated within Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment. Specifically, heading 8539 applies to electric filament or discharge lamps. Subheading 8539.22 is designated for other filament lamps (excluding tungsten halogen) that have a power rating not exceeding 200 Watts and are designed for a voltage exceeding 100 Volts. Traditional Edison bulbs utilize carbon or tungsten filaments to produce a warm, vintage glow through incandescence. Because they operate on standard mains voltage and are primarily used for general lighting or decorative purposes, they meet the technical requirements of this specific tariff line.
- Covers
- Vintage-style carbon filament bulbs
- Antique reproduction incandescent lamps
- Decorative squirrel cage filament bulbs
- Clear glass globe bulbs with visible filaments
- Standard incandescent bulbs under 200W
- Also under 8539.22
- GE Soft White A19
- Philips Classic Incandescent
- Sylvania General Service bulbs
- Feit Electric vintage filament bulbs
- Westinghouse appliance bulbs
Codes often confused with 8539.22
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with LED versions of Edison bulbs. While they look identical to traditional filament bulbs, LED lamps must be classified under 8539.52. Another common error is using 8539.21, which is reserved for tungsten halogen lamps. If the bulb is designed for low voltage (under 100V), it would fall under 8539.29. It is critical to distinguish between the aesthetic "Edison" style and the actual lighting technology used.
Top exporters and importers of HS 853922 (the code used for edison bulb), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853922 (the code used for edison bulb) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 74% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 28% 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 853922, not only edison bulb.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $165M 74% of world exports
- 2 Poland $7.9M 3.5% of world exports
- 3 Denmark $7.6M 3.4% of world exports
World total: $223M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $64M 28% of world imports
- 2 Spain $11M 5.1% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $9.9M 4.4% of world imports
World total: $227M 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 edison bulb
Brazil classifies edison bulb under NCM 8539.22.00: HS 8539.22 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about edison bulb
What is the HS code for Edison bulb?
The HS code for Edison bulb is 853922 (Lamps; filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), of a power not exceeding 200W and for a voltage exceeding 100 volts, other than tungsten halogen). The HS code for a traditional incandescent Edison bulb is 8539.22.
How do I classify Edison bulb for customs?
Edison bulb is classified under HS code 853922 — Lamps; filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), of a power not exceeding 200W and for a voltage exceeding 100 volts, other than tungsten halogen. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the Edison bulb is an LED?
If the bulb uses LED filaments rather than traditional wire filaments, it must be classified under HS code 8539.52 for LED lamps.
Which countries are the top exporters of edison bulb (HS 853922)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853922 (the code used for edison bulb) in UN Comtrade data were China ($165M, 74% of world exports), Poland ($7.9M) and Denmark ($7.6M). World exports came to about $223M, 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 edison bulb (HS 853922)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853922 (the code used for edison bulb) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($64M, 28% of world imports), Spain ($11M) and Indonesia ($9.9M). World imports came to about $227M, 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 Edison bulb the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853922 for Edison bulb 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 edison bulb in Brazil?
In Brazil, edison bulb (HS 853922) is classified under NCM 8539.22.00.