HS Code for Light fixture

Light fixtures that are not designed solely for use with LED light sources are classified under HS code 9405.49. This classification falls under Chapter 94, which covers furniture, bedding, and luminaires. Heading 9405 is specifically for luminaires and lighting fittings. Following the 2022 updates to the Harmonized System, a clear distinction was made between LED-specific fixtures and those using traditional light sources. Subheading 9405.49 serves as the 'other' category for electric luminaires. This includes fixtures designed for incandescent bulbs, halogen lamps, or fluorescent tubes. The classification is based on the fixture's design and the type of socket or ballast it contains. If a fixture is 'universal' or designed for replaceable non-LED bulbs, it remains in 9405.49, even if an end-user eventually installs an LED retrofit bulb.

Products Included

• Traditional chandeliers with E26/E27 screw sockets
• Fluorescent office troffers and shop lights
• Halogen track lighting heads
• Incandescent wall sconces and bedside lamps
• Outdoor porch lights designed for standard bulbs

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 9405.42, which is specifically for LED luminaires and lighting fittings. Since the 2022 HS update, many importers incorrectly place all lighting in the LED category. However, if the fixture has a standard socket (like an Edison screw) meant for replaceable bulbs, it belongs in 9405.49. Another error is using 8539, which is for the electric lamps (bulbs) themselves, rather than the fixture (luminaire) that holds them. Portable battery-operated lamps like flashlights are also separate, falling under 8513.

FAQ

What is the HS code for light fixture?

The HS code for electric light fixtures not specifically for LED is 9405.49.

What if the fixture comes with an LED bulb?

If the fixture is designed for replaceable bulbs and uses a standard socket, it is still generally classified under 9405.49, though local customs rulings on 'sets' may apply.