Product classification
HS code for LED sign: 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 sign under HS 9405.61
HS code 9405.61 is reserved for illuminated signs, name-plates, and similar articles that are designed to function exclusively with light-emitting diode (LED) technology. The classification logic hinges on the primary purpose of the item: providing information, advertising, or identification through illumination. Unlike general lighting fixtures, these products are characterized by the presence of text, logos, or specific symbols. The 9405 heading covers luminaires and lighting fittings, and the .61 subheading specifically isolates LED-based signs from those using fluorescent or incandescent bulbs. To qualify for this code, the sign must be a complete unit, typically including the frame, the LED light source, and the translucent panel or lettering. This classification is vital for customs purposes because it distinguishes commercial signage from decorative lighting or electronic visual displays. If the sign is static or uses simple scrolling text via LEDs, it remains firmly within 9405.61, reflecting its status as an illuminated article of furniture or signage.
- Covers
- LED exit signs and emergency direction signs
- Illuminated shop front signs
- LED backlit name-plates for offices
- Light-box signs using LED strips
- Static LED advertising boards
- 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. LED signs are often confused with HS code 8531.20, which covers indicator panels incorporating liquid crystal devices (LCD) or light-emitting diodes. The difference is that 8531.20 is for signaling equipment (like a simple 'on/off' indicator), whereas 9405.61 is for permanent illuminated signage. Additionally, large-scale digital LED video walls are classified under 8528.52 as monitors, not as signs.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940561 (the code used for LED sign), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940561 (the code used for LED sign) 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 sign.
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 sign
Brazil classifies LED sign 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 sign
What is the HS code for LED sign?
The HS code for LED sign 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 an LED sign is 9405.61, specifically for illuminated signs designed for use with LED light sources.
How do I classify LED sign for customs?
LED sign 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.
Are programmable LED signs included here?
Simple programmable signs that only display text or basic symbols are usually included, but complex video-capable LED displays are classified under 8528.
Which countries are the top exporters of LED sign (HS 940561)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940561 (the code used for LED sign) 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 sign (HS 940561)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940561 (the code used for LED sign) 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 sign the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940561 for LED sign 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 sign in Brazil?
In Brazil, LED sign (HS 940561) is classified under NCM 9405.61.00.