Product classification
HS code for Tungsten halogen lamp: 8539.21
Lamps, filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), tungsten halogen.
Classification of tungsten halogen lamp under HS 8539.21
Tungsten halogen lamps are classified under HS code 8539.21. This specific heading is dedicated to filament lamps, excluding ultra-violet or infra-red lamps, that utilize a tungsten filament and a halogen gas fill. The inclusion of halogen (such as iodine or bromine) allows the filament to operate at higher temperatures and prevents the darkening of the bulb envelope, which distinguishes these from standard incandescent lamps. The classification is straightforward under GRI 1, as the heading 8539 specifically mentions "tungsten halogen" lamps. These are finished electrical products and are therefore classified in Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment.
- Covers
- Quartz halogen bulbs for indoor lighting
- Halogen automotive headlamp bulbs
- Studio and stage halogen lamps
- Halogen floodlight bulbs
- Miniature halogen capsules for task lighting
- Also under 8539.21
- Philips VisionPlus H7
- Osram Night Breaker H4
- Sylvania SilverStar H1
- GE Halogen MR16
- Ushio JCR halogen lamps
Codes often confused with 8539.21
Common mistake. These lamps are sometimes confused with HS code 8539.22, which covers other filament lamps with a power not exceeding 200 W. However, because 8539.21 is a more specific description for halogen-type lamps, it takes precedence over the general filament lamp categories. They may also be misclassified under 8539.32 (mercury or sodium vapor lamps) or 8539.52 (LED lamps), but the presence of a tungsten filament and halogen gas strictly dictates the use of 8539.21.
Top exporters and importers of HS 853921 (the code used for tungsten halogen lamp), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853921 (the code used for tungsten halogen lamp) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 853921, not only tungsten halogen lamp.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $288M 28% of world exports
- 2 China $236M 23% of world exports
- 3 Poland $78M 7.6% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $124M 11% of world imports
- 2 Germany $118M 11% of world imports
- 3 France $80M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 codes for tungsten halogen lamp
Brazil splits HS 8539.21 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8539.21.10Tungsten halogen lamps, 15 V or less
- 8539.21.90Tungsten halogen lamps, over 15 V
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about tungsten halogen lamp
What is the HS code for Tungsten halogen lamp?
The HS code for Tungsten halogen lamp is 853921 (Lamps; filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), tungsten halogen). The correct HS code for a tungsten halogen lamp is 8539.21.
How do I classify Tungsten halogen lamp for customs?
Tungsten halogen lamp is classified under HS code 853921 — Lamps; filament, (excluding ultra-violet or infra-red), tungsten halogen. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are halogen lamps classified differently if they are for cars?
No, halogen bulbs for automotive use are still classified under 8539.21, as the heading covers the lamp itself regardless of its final application in a vehicle or building.
Which countries are the top exporters of tungsten halogen lamp (HS 853921)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853921 (the code used for tungsten halogen lamp) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($288M, 28% of world exports), China ($236M) and Poland ($78M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 tungsten halogen lamp (HS 853921)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853921 (the code used for tungsten halogen lamp) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($124M, 11% of world imports), Germany ($118M) and France ($80M). World imports 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.
Is the HS code for Tungsten halogen lamp the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853921 for Tungsten halogen 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 tungsten halogen lamp in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 853921 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for tungsten halogen lamp depends on the product's details: 8539.21.10 (Tungsten halogen lamps, 15 V or less), 8539.21.90 (Tungsten halogen lamps, over 15 V).