Product classification
HS code for LED display board: 9405.61
Luminaires, illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources.
Classification of LED display board under HS 9405.61
LED display boards are classified under HS code 9405.61, which covers illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates, and similar articles designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources. This classification is part of Chapter 94, which encompasses furniture, bedding, and luminaires. The primary criteria for this code is that the board must function as a sign—meaning it conveys information, advertising, or directions—and it must be integrated with LED technology. This code was specifically refined in recent HS updates to account for the transition from traditional lighting to LED. The classification follows GRI 1 and 6, focusing on the function of the item as an illuminated sign rather than a general-purpose display monitor or a simple lighting fixture.
- Covers
- LED exit signs
- Illuminated LED storefront signs
- LED-backlit directory boards
- Digital LED price displays for gas stations
- Illuminated LED name-plates for offices
- Also under 9405.61
Custom LED Storefront Signs, IKEA LED Light Boxes, Philips LED Exit Signs, Neon Mfg. LED Neon Signs, Samsung LED Digital Signage
Codes often confused with 9405.61
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification for LED display boards is HS code 8531.20, which covers indicator panels incorporating liquid crystal devices (LCD) or LEDs. The distinction lies in the function: 8531.20 is for panels that provide variable data or signaling (like a computer monitor or a simple numeric indicator), whereas 9405.61 is for static or semi-static illuminated signs. Another common error is using 9405.42, which is for general LED luminaires (lights) that do not contain a specific message or sign element. Proper classification depends on whether the primary purpose is to illuminate a space or to display a specific sign.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940561 (the code used for LED display board), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940561 (the code used for LED display board) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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 940561, not only LED display board.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $284M 26% of world exports
- 2 Germany $111M 10.0% of world exports
- 3 Poland $83M 7.5% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $163M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $89M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 France $60M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $927M 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 LED display board
Brazil classifies LED display board under NCM 9405.61.00: HS 9405.61 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about LED display board
What is the HS code for LED display board?
The HS code for LED display board is 940561 (Luminaires; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources). The HS code for illuminated signs and name-plates designed solely for use with LED light sources is 9405.61.
How do I classify LED display board for customs?
LED display board is classified under HS code 940561 — Luminaires; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code cover large outdoor LED video walls?
No, large video walls used for broadcasting or complex data display are typically classified under 8528 as monitors or under 8531 depending on their technical capabilities.
Which countries are the top exporters of LED display board (HS 940561)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940561 (the code used for LED display board) in UN Comtrade data were China ($284M, 26% of world exports), Germany ($111M) and Poland ($83M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 LED display board (HS 940561)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940561 (the code used for LED display board) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($163M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($89M) and France ($60M). World imports came to about $927M, 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 LED display board the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940561 for LED display board 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 LED display board in Brazil?
In Brazil, LED display board (HS 940561) is classified under NCM 9405.61.00.