HS Code for Filament lamp

Filament lamps are classified under HS code 8539.29. This classification is part of Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8539 is specifically for electric filament or discharge lamps, including sealed beam lamp units and ultra-violet or infra-red lamps. Subheading 8539.29 serves as a residual category for "other" filament lamps that are not tungsten halogen (8539.21) and do not fall under the specific power or voltage categories listed in 8539.22 through 8539.28. These lamps operate by passing an electric current through a filament (usually tungsten) until it glows. While the world has largely transitioned to LED technology, filament lamps remain in use for specialized industrial equipment, decorative vintage-style lighting, and specific household appliances where heat resistance or specific light qualities are required.

Products Included

• Standard incandescent light bulbs for general lighting
• Decorative Edison-style filament bulbs (non-LED)
• Appliance bulbs for ovens or refrigerators
• Specialized industrial filament lamps
• Small indicator filament lamps not elsewhere specified

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification is confusing filament lamps with LED lamps, which are classified under 8539.52. Another common error is classifying tungsten halogen lamps under 8539.29; these must be placed under 8539.21. Additionally, if a lamp is designed specifically for infra-red or ultra-violet emission, it must be classified under 8539.41 or 8539.49, even if it utilizes a filament.

FAQ

What is the HS code for filament lamp?

The HS code for general filament lamps not specified in other subheadings is 8539.29.

Are vintage Edison bulbs classified under this code?

If the Edison bulb uses a traditional metal filament, it is classified under 8539.29. However, if it is an "LED filament" bulb, it must be classified under 8539.52.