Product classification
HS code for Incandescent lamp: 8539.29
Lamps, filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), n.e.c. in item no. 8539.2.
Classification of incandescent lamp under HS 8539.29
Incandescent lamps, specifically filament lamps excluding ultraviolet or infrared types, are classified under HS code 853929. Heading 8539 covers electric filament or discharge lamps, including sealed beam lamp units and ultraviolet or infrared lamps. Subheading 853929 is the residual category for filament lamps that are not tungsten halogen (853921) and do not have a power rating exceeding 200 W for a voltage exceeding 100 V (853922). The classification is driven by the technology used to produce light—specifically, the heating of a filament to incandescence within a glass envelope. Despite the global phase-out of many incandescent bulbs in favor of LED technology, this code remains the primary classification for traditional filament bulbs used in specialized applications, decorative lighting, or specific industrial machinery. The classification applies to the bulb itself as a component, not to the light fixture (luminaire) it might be installed in. The presence of a vacuum or inert gas within the glass bulb to protect the filament is a standard feature of products under this code.
- Covers
- Standard vacuum-type filament lamps
- Gas-filled incandescent bulbs
- Decorative carbon filament bulbs
- Miniature incandescent bulbs for flashlights
- Indicator lamps for machinery
- Appliance bulbs (e.g., for ovens or refrigerators)
- Also under 8539.29
- GE Reveal bulbs (older models)
- Philips Classic incandescent
- Sylvania A19
- Feit Electric vintage bulbs
- Westinghouse A19 incandescent
Codes often confused with 8539.29
Common mistake. Incandescent lamps are often misclassified with newer lighting technologies. A common error is using HS code 853952 for LED lamps, which have largely replaced incandescent bulbs in the market. Another frequent mistake is classifying them under 853921, which is reserved specifically for tungsten halogen lamps. If the lamp is designed to emit ultraviolet or infrared light, it must be classified under 853941 or 853949, respectively. Furthermore, complete lighting fixtures or lampshades are classified under heading 9405, not 8539. Finally, discharge lamps like fluorescent tubes fall under 853931 and should not be confused with filament-based incandescent lamps.
Top exporters and importers of HS 853929 (the code used for incandescent lamp), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853929 (the code used for incandescent lamp) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 853929, not only incandescent lamp.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $124M 22% of world exports
- 2 Germany $93M 16% of world exports
- 3 Japan $52M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $569M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $76M 11% of world imports
- 2 United States $75M 11% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $37M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $711M 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 codes for incandescent lamp
Brazil splits HS 8539.29 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8539.29.10Other filament lamps, 15 V or less
- 8539.29.90Other non-halogen filament lamps over 15 V
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about incandescent lamp
What is the HS code for Incandescent lamp?
The HS code for Incandescent lamp is 853929 (Lamps; filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), n.e.c. in item no. 8539.2). The HS code for general filament incandescent lamps (excluding halogen and specific power ratings) is 853929.
How do I classify Incandescent lamp for customs?
Incandescent lamp is classified under HS code 853929 — Lamps; filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), n.e.c. in item no. 8539.2. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are LED bulbs classified under this code?
No, LED bulbs are classified under HS code 853952 (for light-emitting diode lamps), as they do not use a filament to produce light.
Which countries are the top exporters of incandescent lamp (HS 853929)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853929 (the code used for incandescent lamp) in UN Comtrade data were China ($124M, 22% of world exports), Germany ($93M) and Japan ($52M). World exports came to about $569M, 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 incandescent lamp (HS 853929)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853929 (the code used for incandescent lamp) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($76M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($75M) and Belgium ($37M). World imports came to about $711M, 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 Incandescent lamp the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853929 for Incandescent lamp 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 incandescent lamp in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 853929 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for incandescent lamp depends on the product's details: 8539.29.10 (Other filament lamps, 15 V or less), 8539.29.90 (Other non-halogen filament lamps over 15 V).