Product classification
HS code for Oil lamp: 9405.50
Luminaires and light fittings, non-electric.
Classification of oil lamp under HS 9405.50
Oil lamps are classified under HS code 9405.50, which covers non-electric luminaires and lighting fittings. Chapter 94 includes furniture, bedding, and lamps. Heading 9405 is for luminaires and lighting fittings including searchlights and spotlights and parts thereof. Subheading 9405.50 specifically addresses non-electric light fittings. This classification is based on the fact that the lamp provides illumination through the combustion of fuel (such as oil or kerosene) rather than through electrical components. The material of the lamp—whether it be metal, glass, or ceramic—does not change the primary classification under 9405, provided the item is designed as a light fitting. This heading includes both functional lamps used for lighting and decorative lamps that utilize a wick and liquid fuel. The classification is strictly for the luminaire itself; the fuel used is classified separately under Chapter 27.
- Covers
- Kerosene lamps and lanterns
- Hurricane lamps for outdoor use
- Decorative oil-burning lamps for indoor use
- Traditional oil lamps made of brass or ceramic
- Miners' safety lamps (non-electric)
- Also under 9405.50
- Dietz Hurricane Lantern
- Coleman Propane Lantern
- Yankee Candle Holders
- IKEA Candle Lanterns
- Aladdin Kerosene Lamps
Codes often confused with 9405.50
Common mistake. Oil lamps are often misclassified under HS code 9405.11 or 9405.21, which are reserved for electric chandeliers and electric table lamps, respectively. Another common error is classifying them under HS code 7323 (household articles of iron or steel) or 7013 (glassware) based on their material. However, because they are functional lighting instruments, heading 9405 takes precedence. Additionally, candles are excluded and are classified under HS code 3406.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940550 (the code used for oil lamp), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940550 (the code used for oil lamp) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 940550, not only oil lamp.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $574M 65% of world exports
- 2 Germany $32M 3.7% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $31M 3.5% of world exports
World total: $883M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $178M 20% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $98M 11% of world imports
- 3 Germany $69M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $892M 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 oil lamp
Brazil classifies oil lamp under NCM 9405.50.00: HS 9405.50 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about oil lamp
What is the HS code for Oil lamp?
The HS code for Oil lamp is 940550 (Luminaires and light fittings; non-electric). The HS code for non-electric oil lamps and lanterns is 9405.50.
How do I classify Oil lamp for customs?
Oil lamp is classified under HS code 940550 — Luminaires and light fittings; non-electric. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are candles classified under the same code as oil lamps?
No, candles and similar articles based on wax or fats are classified under HS code 3406, as they are considered combustible materials rather than luminaires.
Which countries are the top exporters of oil lamp (HS 940550)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940550 (the code used for oil lamp) in UN Comtrade data were China ($574M, 65% of world exports), Germany ($32M) and the Netherlands ($31M). World exports came to about $883M, 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 oil lamp (HS 940550)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940550 (the code used for oil lamp) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($178M, 20% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($98M) and Germany ($69M). World imports came to about $892M, 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 Oil lamp the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940550 for Oil 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 oil lamp in Brazil?
In Brazil, oil lamp (HS 940550) is classified under NCM 9405.50.00.