Product classification
HS code for Lamp housing: 9405.92
Lamps and light fittings, parts thereof, of plastics.
Classification of lamp housing under HS 9405.92
Lamp housings made of plastic are classified under HS code 9405.92. This classification is based on the product being a part of a lamp or lighting fitting and its material composition being plastic. Heading 9405 encompasses all types of lamps and lighting fittings, and Note 2 to Chapter 94 specifies that parts of these articles are to be classified within the same heading. The subheadings are then determined by the material of the part. Since the housing is the outer casing or shell that holds the internal components of the lamp, and it is made of polymer materials, it falls directly into 9405.92. This code is applicable regardless of the type of plastic used, whether it is polycarbonate, ABS, or acrylic. The housing must be recognizable as a part of a lamp and should not include the electrical components, such as the LED module or wiring, to remain classified as a part. If the housing is imported with the light source already installed, it would be classified as a finished lamp under the appropriate subheading of 9405.
- Covers
- Plastic casings for LED street lights
- Polycarbonate housings for outdoor security lights
- Plastic diffusers and covers for fluorescent fixtures
- Molded plastic shells for desk lamps
- Synthetic resin housings for emergency lighting
- Also under 9405.92
- IKEA lamp shades (plastic)
- Philips Hue light diffusers
- GE Lighting plastic components
- Osram plastic housings
- Lutron plastic dimmer plates
Codes often confused with 9405.92
Common mistake. The most common misclassification for lamp housings is 9405.99, which is the residual category for parts made of materials other than glass or plastic (such as metal). If a housing is made of aluminum or steel, it must go to 9405.99. Another error is classifying the housing under 3926.90, which is for other articles of plastics. However, because the item is a dedicated part of a lighting fixture, the specific provision in Chapter 94 takes precedence over the general plastic provision in Chapter 39. Additionally, if the housing includes a glass lens, the classification depends on which material provides the essential character, though usually, a plastic housing with a small glass component remains in 9405.92.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940592 (the code used for lamp housing), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940592 (the code used for lamp housing) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 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 940592, not only lamp housing.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $616M 63% of world exports
- 2 United States $77M 7.9% of world exports
- 3 Germany $74M 7.5% of world exports
World total: $982M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$83M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $62M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 Germany $50M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $788M 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 lamp housing
Brazil classifies lamp housing under NCM 9405.92.00: HS 9405.92 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about lamp housing
What is the HS code for Lamp housing?
The HS code for Lamp housing is 940592 (Lamps and light fittings; parts thereof, of plastics). The HS code for a lamp housing made of plastic is 9405.92. If it is made of metal, the code is 9405.99.
How do I classify Lamp housing for customs?
Lamp housing is classified under HS code 940592 — Lamps and light fittings; parts thereof, of plastics. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change if the housing is for an LED lamp?
No, the material of the housing (plastic) determines the subheading 9405.92, regardless of whether the light source is LED, incandescent, or fluorescent, as long as it is imported as a part.
Which countries are the top exporters of lamp housing (HS 940592)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940592 (the code used for lamp housing) in UN Comtrade data were China ($616M, 63% of world exports), the United States ($77M) and Germany ($74M). World exports came to about $982M, 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 lamp housing (HS 940592)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940592 (the code used for lamp housing) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $83M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($62M) and Germany ($50M). World imports came to about $788M, 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 Lamp housing the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940592 for Lamp housing 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 lamp housing in Brazil?
In Brazil, lamp housing (HS 940592) is classified under NCM 9405.92.00.