Chapter 94 covers furniture, bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed articles; lamps and lighting fittings not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated nameplates and the like; prefabricated buildings. Goods in this chapter mainly involve furnishings and lighting equipment for residential, commercial and public spaces, but exclude certain specific lamps (such as electrical lamps of Chapter 85) and toy lamps. Heading 9405 includes lamps and lighting fittings (including searchlights and spotlights) not elsewhere specified or included, and parts thereof not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated nameplates and the like, with a permanently fixed light source, and parts thereof not elsewhere specified or included. This heading covers chandeliers, wall lamps, table lamps, floor lamps, etc. of various materials, but attention should be paid to whether semiconductor light-emitting diode (LED) lamps are classified under 8541 or 9405. Code 940510 is a six-digit subheading. The first two digits 94 represent Chapter 94 (furniture; bedding; lamps; prefabricated buildings). The 3rd-4th digits 05 represent heading 9405 (lamps and lighting fittings not elsewhere specified or included). The 5th-6th digits 10 represent subheading 940510, specifically referring to chandeliers and wall lamps, but according to HS notes, 940510 only includes chandeliers and wall lamps, excluding table lamps, bedside lamps or floor lamps (these are classified under 940520). Chandeliers generally refer to decorative lighting fixtures suspended from the ceiling. Chandeliers are classified under 940510 because they are suspended lighting fixtures, conforming to the description of heading 9405, and are not more specifically named in other subheadings. The adjacent code 940520 covers table lamps, bedside lamps or floor lamps, 940530 covers lighting strings for Christmas trees, and 940540 covers other electric lamps and lighting fittings. Chandeliers, being suspended from the ceiling and generally decorative, are therefore classified under 940510.
Chapter
Chapter 94 covers furniture, bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed articles; lamps and lighting fittings not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated nameplates and the like; prefabricated buildings. Goods in this chapter mainly involve furnishings and lighting equipment for residential, commercial and public spaces, but exclude certain specific lamps (such as electrical lamps of Chapter 85) and toy lamps.
Heading
Heading 9405 includes lamps and lighting fittings (including searchlights and spotlights) not elsewhere specified or included, and parts thereof not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated nameplates and the like, with a permanently fixed light source, and parts thereof not elsewhere specified or included. This heading covers chandeliers, wall lamps, table lamps, floor lamps, etc. of various materials, but attention should be paid to whether semiconductor light-emitting diode (LED) lamps are classified under 8541 or 9405.
Digit Breakdown
Code 940510 is a six-digit subheading. The first two digits 94 represent Chapter 94 (furniture; bedding; lamps; prefabricated buildings). The 3rd-4th digits 05 represent heading 9405 (lamps and lighting fittings not elsewhere specified or included). The 5th-6th digits 10 represent subheading 940510, specifically referring to chandeliers and wall lamps, but according to HS notes, 940510 only includes chandeliers and wall lamps, excluding table lamps, bedside lamps or floor lamps (these are classified under 940520). Chandeliers generally refer to decorative lighting fixtures suspended from the ceiling.
Classification Basis
Chandeliers are classified under 940510 because they are suspended lighting fixtures, conforming to the description of heading 9405, and are not more specifically named in other subheadings. The adjacent code 940520 covers table lamps, bedside lamps or floor lamps, 940530 covers lighting strings for Christmas trees, and 940540 covers other electric lamps and lighting fittings. Chandeliers, being suspended from the ceiling and generally decorative, are therefore classified under 940510.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods, such as "chandelier" or "crystal chandelier", which must be consistent with the actual product. Material: Main materials, such as metal, glass, crystal, plastic, wood, etc., which affect classification. Use: Specify the intended use, such as indoor lighting or decorative use, to distinguish from industrial use. Brand: Brand name (if any); if no brand, indicate "no brand". Model: Product model or item number for identification. Light Source Type: Such as LED, incandescent, fluorescent, etc., which affects whether it is classified under 9405. Power: Rated power (e.g., 40W), in watts. Product Name: Crystal Chandelier; Material: Metal frame + glass crystal; Use: Indoor decorative lighting; Brand: XX; Model: CH-1001; Light Source Type: LED; Power: 40W. Mistakenly classifying chandeliers under 940520 (table lamps, bedside lamps), leading to tariff differences. Not specifying the light source type; if LED, it may be mistakenly classified under 8541. Inaccurate material declaration, such as writing glass as plastic, affecting classification.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared goods, such as "chandelier" or "crystal chandelier", which must be consistent with the actual product.
⚠️ Writing only "lamp" or "lighting fixture", which is too general.
Material
Main materials, such as metal, glass, crystal, plastic, wood, etc., which affect classification.
⚠️ Omitting the material or writing only "mixed materials".
Use
Specify the intended use, such as indoor lighting or decorative use, to distinguish from industrial use.
⚠️ Writing "lighting" without distinguishing indoor/outdoor or decorative use.
Brand
Brand name (if any); if no brand, indicate "no brand".
⚠️ Failing to declare the brand or misspelling it.
Model
Product model or item number for identification.
⚠️ Model does not match the actual product or is missing.
Light Source Type
Such as LED, incandescent, fluorescent, etc., which affects whether it is classified under 9405.
⚠️ Not specifying the light source type, leading to classification disputes.
Mistakenly classifying chandeliers under 940520 (table lamps, bedside lamps), leading to tariff differences.
Not specifying the light source type; if LED, it may be mistakenly classified under 8541.
Inaccurate material declaration, such as writing glass as plastic, affecting classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core classification basis: Chandeliers are suspended lighting fixtures, conforming to heading 9405 "lamps and lighting fittings not elsewhere specified or included". According to HS notes, 940510 specifically refers to chandeliers and wall lamps, excluding table lamps, floor lamps, etc. If a chandelier has an LED light source, it is necessary to confirm whether it is still classified under 9405 (generally LED lamps are classified under 9405, but LED modules are classified under 8541). 940520 Table lamps, bedside lamps, floor lamps: 940520 covers non-suspended electric lamps, such as table lamps, bedside lamps, floor lamps; while 940510 is limited to chandeliers and wall lamps. 940530 Lighting strings for Christmas trees: 940530 specifically refers to Christmas tree lighting strings with a specific festive use; chandeliers are permanently installed decorative lighting. 940540 Other electric lamps and lighting fittings: 940540 is a residual subheading, including electric lamps not elsewhere specified, such as spotlights and floodlights; chandeliers are specifically named and are not classified here. 853950 Light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs: 853950 covers LED bulbs (light sources), while chandeliers are complete luminaires and should be classified under 9405. Is it suspended installation? Is it used for indoor decorative lighting? Does it include a light source? Does the material affect classification? Is it confused with 940520, 940530, or 940540?
Basis
Core classification basis: Chandeliers are suspended lighting fixtures, conforming to heading 9405 "lamps and lighting fittings not elsewhere specified or included". According to HS notes, 940510 specifically refers to chandeliers and wall lamps, excluding table lamps, floor lamps, etc. If a chandelier has an LED light source, it is necessary to confirm whether it is still classified under 9405 (generally LED lamps are classified under 9405, but LED modules are classified under 8541).
Confused Codes：
940520 - Table lamps, bedside lamps, floor lamps
940520 covers non-suspended electric lamps, such as table lamps, bedside lamps, floor lamps; while 940510 is limited to chandeliers and wall lamps.
940530 - Lighting strings for Christmas trees
940530 specifically refers to Christmas tree lighting strings with a specific festive use; chandeliers are permanently installed decorative lighting.
940540 - Other electric lamps and lighting fittings
940540 is a residual subheading, including electric lamps not elsewhere specified, such as spotlights and floodlights; chandeliers are specifically named and are not classified here.
853950 - Light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs
853950 covers LED bulbs (light sources), while chandeliers are complete luminaires and should be classified under 9405.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it suspended installation?
✓ Is it used for indoor decorative lighting?
✓ Does it include a light source?
✓ Does the material affect classification?
✓ Is it confused with 940520, 940530, or 940540?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference in HS codes between chandeliers and ceiling lamps? Chandeliers are classified under 940510, and ceiling lamps are usually also classified under 940510, but if the ceiling lamp is a flat panel light fixed to the ceiling, it may be classified under 940540. The specific classification depends on the installation method and design. Which code should a chandelier with LED be classified under? A chandelier with LED is still classified under 940510, because LED is a type of light source and does not affect the overall classification of the luminaire. However, if LED bulbs are imported separately, they are classified under 853950. How to check the import tariff rate for chandeliers? You can check through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window by entering HS code 940510 and the country of origin to obtain the MFN rate, general rate, etc. Tariff rates may change, and the latest announcement shall prevail. Is 3C certification required when declaring chandeliers? According to China's Compulsory Product Certification Catalog, some lamps require 3C certification. If the chandelier is within the catalog, a 3C certificate must be provided. It is recommended to confirm in advance. Is there a difference in classification between crystal chandeliers and glass chandeliers? No difference; both are classified under 940510, because HS codes are classified by use and function, not by material. However, material affects the filling of declaration elements. Is the HS code consistent when exporting chandeliers to the United States? The United States uses HTSUS, and the first six digits are consistent with HS; 940510 corresponds to US tariff number 9405.10.00. However, the United States may further subdivide, so the latest HTS should be consulted. How are chandelier parts classified? If chandelier parts are dedicated parts, they are classified under 9405.99; if they are general parts (such as screws), they are classified by material. Classification depends on the specific part. How to declare chandeliers exported via cross-border e-commerce small parcels? Cross-border e-commerce small parcels are usually declared under simplified declaration, but HS code 940510 still needs to be provided, and the product name, material, use, etc. should be truthfully filled in. It is recommended to use standard declaration elements.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between chandeliers and ceiling lamps?
A: Chandeliers are classified under 940510, and ceiling lamps are usually also classified under 940510, but if the ceiling lamp is a flat panel light fixed to the ceiling, it may be classified under 940540. The specific classification depends on the installation method and design.
Q: Which code should a chandelier with LED be classified under?
A: A chandelier with LED is still classified under 940510, because LED is a type of light source and does not affect the overall classification of the luminaire. However, if LED bulbs are imported separately, they are classified under 853950.
Q: How to check the import tariff rate for chandeliers?
A: You can check through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window by entering HS code 940510 and the country of origin to obtain the MFN rate, general rate, etc. Tariff rates may change, and the latest announcement shall prevail.
Q: Is 3C certification required when declaring chandeliers?
A: According to China's Compulsory Product Certification Catalog, some lamps require 3C certification. If the chandelier is within the catalog, a 3C certificate must be provided. It is recommended to confirm in advance.
Q: Is there a difference in classification between crystal chandeliers and glass chandeliers?
A: No difference; both are classified under 940510, because HS codes are classified by use and function, not by material. However, material affects the filling of declaration elements.
Q: Is the HS code consistent when exporting chandeliers to the United States?
A: The United States uses HTSUS, and the first six digits are consistent with HS; 940510 corresponds to US tariff number 9405.10.00. However, the United States may further subdivide, so the latest HTS should be consulted.
Q: How are chandelier parts classified?
A: If chandelier parts are dedicated parts, they are classified under 9405.99; if they are general parts (such as screws), they are classified by material. Classification depends on the specific part.
Q: How to declare chandeliers exported via cross-border e-commerce small parcels?
A: Cross-border e-commerce small parcels are usually declared under simplified declaration, but HS code 940510 still needs to be provided, and the product name, material, use, etc. should be truthfully filled in. It is recommended to use standard declaration elements.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.