Product classification
HS code for UV lamp: 8539.49
Lamps, ultra-violet or infra-red lamps, (excluding arc-lamps).
Classification of UV lamp under HS 8539.49
UV lamps are classified under HS code 8539.49, which covers ultraviolet or infrared lamps, excluding arc lamps. This classification is part of Chapter 85, which deals with electrical machinery and equipment. The classification is determined by the lamp's function of emitting light in the ultraviolet spectrum (wavelengths shorter than visible light but longer than X-rays). These lamps are typically discharge lamps or filament lamps designed specifically for their radiation properties rather than for illumination. The subheading 8539.49 is a residual category for UV and IR lamps that do not meet the technical definition of an arc lamp. It is important to note that this code refers to the bulb or tube itself, rather than the complete fixture or equipment in which the lamp might be installed.
- Covers
- UV-A lamps for industrial curing and non-destructive testing
- UV-B lamps for non-medical tanning applications
- UV-C germicidal lamps for water and air sterilization
- Blacklight blue (BLB) lamps for fluorescent effects
- Ultraviolet discharge tubes for laboratory use
- Also under 8539.49
Philips TUV germicidal lamps, Heraeus Noblelight IR emitters, Ushio UV curing lamps, Sylvania Blacklight Blue, Dr. Fischer UV lamps
Codes often confused with 8539.49
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 9018.20, which is reserved for ultraviolet or infrared ray apparatus used in medical, surgical, or dental sciences. If the UV lamp is part of a therapeutic device, it moves to Chapter 90. Another common error is using 8539.39 for general discharge lamps; however, because UV lamps have a specific designation under 8539.49 based on their spectral output, the more specific code must be used. Furthermore, complete UV sterilization systems or tanning beds are classified under 8421 or 8543 respectively, rather than 8539.
Top exporters and importers of HS 853949 (the code used for UV lamp), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853949 (the code used for UV lamp) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% 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 853949, not only UV lamp.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $245M 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $216M 18% of world exports
- 3 Japan $170M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $152M 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $139M 13% of world imports
- 3 Germany $71M 6.5% 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 code for UV lamp
Brazil classifies UV lamp under NCM 8539.49.00: HS 8539.49 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about UV lamp
What is the HS code for UV lamp?
The HS code for UV lamp is 853949 (Lamps; ultra-violet or infra-red lamps, (excluding arc-lamps)). The HS code for a standard ultraviolet lamp (bulb or tube) is 8539.49.
How do I classify UV lamp for customs?
UV lamp is classified under HS code 853949 — Lamps; ultra-violet or infra-red lamps, (excluding arc-lamps). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are UV LED lamps classified here?
No, ultraviolet light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are typically classified under HS code 8541.41 or 8541.49, depending on the specific configuration and the version of the HS nomenclature used.
Which countries are the top exporters of UV lamp (HS 853949)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853949 (the code used for UV lamp) in UN Comtrade data were China ($245M, 20% of world exports), Germany ($216M) and Japan ($170M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 UV lamp (HS 853949)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853949 (the code used for UV lamp) in UN Comtrade data were China ($152M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($139M) and Germany ($71M). 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 UV lamp the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853949 for UV 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 UV lamp in Brazil?
In Brazil, UV lamp (HS 853949) is classified under NCM 8539.49.00.