Product classification
HS code for Glass lampshade: 9405.91
Lamps and light fittings, parts thereof, of glass.
Classification of glass lampshade under HS 9405.91
The classification of glass lampshades is governed by the Harmonized System under code 9405.91. This specific heading is part of Chapter 94, which encompasses furniture, bedding, mattresses, and lamps and lighting fittings. According to the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically GRI 1, classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Heading 9405 covers lamps and lighting fittings including searchlights and spotlights and parts thereof. Subheading 9405.91 is explicitly reserved for parts of these items that are made of glass. It is important to note that for an item to be classified here, it must be identifiable as a part solely or principally for a lighting fixture. Glass lampshades serve the functional purpose of diffusing or directing light and are designed to be attached to a lamp, which justifies their placement in this category rather than as general glassware in Chapter 70.
- Covers
- Glass globes for street lamps
- Glass chimneys for oil or kerosene lamps
- Decorative glass shades for chandeliers
- Frosted glass diffusers for ceiling lights
- Glass bowls for pendant lighting
- Opal glass shades for table lamps
- Glass reflectors for spotlights
- Also under 9405.91
- Murano glass chandelier components
- Tiffany lamp glass panels
- IKEA lamp glass shades
- replacement glass globes for outdoor lanterns
- Schott glass lighting components
Codes often confused with 9405.91
Common mistake. Glass lampshades are frequently misclassified under HS code 7013, which covers glassware of a kind used for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes. While lampshades are decorative, their primary function as a part of a lighting fixture dictates classification in 9405. Another common error is using HS code 7011, which is specifically for glass envelopes (bulbs) without fittings. Furthermore, if the lampshade is imported as part of a complete lamp, it should be classified under the code for the lamp itself, such as 9405.11 for chandeliers or 9405.21 for electric table lamps, rather than as a separate part under 9405.91.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940591 (the code used for glass lampshade), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940591 (the code used for glass lampshade) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 65% 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 940591, not only glass lampshade.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $264M 65% of world exports
- 2 Italy $18M 4.4% of world exports
- 3 Germany $18M 4.4% of world exports
World total: $405M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $37M 11% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$33M 9.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Spain $25M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $341M 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 glass lampshade
Brazil classifies glass lampshade under NCM 9405.91.00: HS 9405.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about glass lampshade
What is the HS code for Glass lampshade?
The HS code for Glass lampshade is 940591 (Lamps and light fittings; parts thereof, of glass). The HS code for a glass lampshade is 9405.91, which covers glass parts of lamps and lighting fittings.
How do I classify Glass lampshade for customs?
Glass lampshade is classified under HS code 940591 — Lamps and light fittings; parts thereof, of glass. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are plastic lampshades classified under the same code?
No, plastic lampshades are classified under HS code 9405.92, as the subheadings under 9405.9 are differentiated by the material of the part (glass, plastic, or other).
Which countries are the top exporters of glass lampshade (HS 940591)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940591 (the code used for glass lampshade) in UN Comtrade data were China ($264M, 65% of world exports), Italy ($18M) and Germany ($18M). World exports came to about $405M, 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 glass lampshade (HS 940591)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940591 (the code used for glass lampshade) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($37M, 11% of world imports), Vietnam (about $33M) and Spain ($25M). World imports came to about $341M, 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 Glass lampshade the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940591 for Glass lampshade 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 glass lampshade in Brazil?
In Brazil, glass lampshade (HS 940591) is classified under NCM 9405.91.00.