Product classification
HS code for LED lamp: 8539.52
Lamps, light-emitting diode (LED) light sources, light-emitting diode (LED) lamps.
Classification of LED lamp under HS 8539.52
LED lamps, commonly referred to as LED bulbs, are classified under HS code 8539.52. This classification was refined in the 2022 HS updates to provide a clear distinction for light-emitting diode (LED) light sources. Heading 8539 generally covers electric filament or discharge lamps, but the subheadings 8539.51 (LED modules) and 8539.52 (LED lamps) were created to reflect modern technology. An LED lamp under 8539.52 is defined as a complete unit that can be screwed or clipped into a lamp holder, containing the LED light source and the necessary circuitry (driver) to operate from the power supply. This distinguishes it from an LED module, which may lack the standard base or housing. The classification is based on the product being a discrete light source rather than a complete luminaire or fixture. This code applies regardless of the shape (A19, GU10, T8) or the wattage of the lamp, provided it is a finished LED lamp ready for use in a socket.
- Covers
- Standard LED light bulbs (E26/E27 bases)
- LED tube lights (retrofit for fluorescent)
- LED spotlights with GU10 or MR16 bases
- Dimmable LED lamps
- Smart LED bulbs with integrated wireless controls
- Also under 8539.52
- Philips Hue smart bulbs
- Cree LED bulbs
- Sylvania LED tubes
- GE LED A19
- IKEA TRÅDFRI LED lamps
Codes often confused with 8539.52
Common mistake. LED lamps are frequently confused with LED modules (8539.51). The key difference is that a lamp (8539.52) is a finished product with a standard base, while a module is a component. Another common error is classifying bulbs under 9405.42, which is for the light fixtures (luminaires) themselves. A bulb is a part of a fixture, but when traded separately, it must stay in 8539. Additionally, individual LED chips are classified under 8541.41, which covers the semiconductor devices before they are incorporated into a lamp or module.
Top exporters and importers of HS 853952 (the code used for LED lamp), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853952 (the code used for LED lamp) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 69% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% 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 853952, not only LED lamp.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $3.6B 69% of world exports
- 2 France $260M 5.0% of world exports
- 3 Poland $257M 5.0% of world exports
World total: $5.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.4B 25% of world imports
- 2 Germany $374M 6.9% of world imports
- 3 Japan $278M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $5.4B 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 lamp
Brazil classifies LED lamp under NCM 8539.52.00: HS 8539.52 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about LED lamp
What is the HS code for LED lamp?
The HS code for LED lamp is 853952 (Lamps; light-emitting diode (LED) light sources, light-emitting diode (LED) lamps). The HS code for a finished LED lamp or bulb is 8539.52.
How do I classify LED lamp for customs?
LED lamp is classified under HS code 853952 — Lamps; light-emitting diode (LED) light sources, light-emitting diode (LED) lamps. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between 8539.51 and 8539.52?
8539.51 is for LED modules (components), while 8539.52 is for finished LED lamps (bulbs) ready for installation in a socket.
Which countries are the top exporters of LED lamp (HS 853952)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853952 (the code used for LED lamp) in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.6B, 69% of world exports), France ($260M) and Poland ($257M). World exports came to about $5.2B, 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 lamp (HS 853952)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853952 (the code used for LED lamp) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.4B, 25% of world imports), Germany ($374M) and Japan ($278M). World imports came to about $5.4B, 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 lamp the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853952 for LED 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 LED lamp in Brazil?
In Brazil, LED lamp (HS 853952) is classified under NCM 8539.52.00.