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. The goods of this chapter are mainly used for indoor and outdoor spaces, providing seating or lying support or lighting, and are made of various materials (wood, metal, plastic, textiles, etc.), but attention must be paid to distinguishing them from Chapter 85 (electrical equipment) and Chapter 95 (toys). Heading 9405 includes various lamps and lighting fittings, such as chandeliers, table lamps, floor lamps, wall lamps, street lamps, Christmas tree lights, etc., regardless of the light source type (incandescent, LED, fluorescent, etc.) or the power supply method (mains, battery, solar). However, lighting apparatus specially designed for medical surgery is classified under 9018, toy lamps under 9503, and illuminated signs constituting complete articles under 9405. The first 2 digits 94 represent Chapter 94 (furniture and lighting fittings, etc.). The 3rd-4th digits 05 represent heading 9405 (lamps and lighting fittings not elsewhere specified or included). The 5th-6th digits 30 represent subheading 9405.30, specifically floor lamps, i.e., lighting fittings that are placed independently on the floor, usually with a base and a stem. This subheading was split from the original 9405.40 during the 2017 HS revision to meet trade statistics needs. Floor lamps meet the description of subheading 9405.30 because they have an independent base, can be placed on the floor at height, and are used for indoor lighting. If they are suspended or fixed to a wall, they are classified under 9405.10 or 9405.20; if they are portable table lamps, they are classified under 9405.40; if they are toy lamps, they are classified under 9503.

Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods, which should be stated as floor lamp, and may be supplemented with material, use, etc., such as 'metal LED floor lamp'. Material: Main material composition, such as stem material (metal, plastic, wood), shade material (fabric, glass, plastic), base material. Light Source Type: Such as LED, incandescent, fluorescent, halogen, etc., and whether it is replaceable must be stated. Use: For indoor lighting, such as living room, bedroom, study, etc., and may also indicate decorative use. Brand: Manufacturer or brand name; if no brand, fill in 'none'. Model: Product model or item number for easy identification. Power: Rated power, in watts (W), such as 'max 40W'. Voltage: Rated voltage, such as 110V, 220V. Product Name: metal LED floor lamp; Material: iron stem, fabric shade, marble base; Light Source Type: LED, replaceable; Use: indoor living room lighting; Brand: XYZ; Model: FL-2023; Power: 12W; Voltage: 220V. Misclassifying floor lamps under 9405.40 (other electric lamps and lighting fittings), resulting in subheading error. Ignoring the shade material when declaring materials, affecting classification determination. Not stating the light source type, which may trigger customs questioning as to whether it contains LED.

The core basis for classification is the Import and Export Tariff and HS Notes. A floor lamp must meet the following: placed independently on the floor, having a base and stem, and used for lighting. If it is suspended or wall-mounted, it is classified under 9405.10 or 9405.20; if it is a portable table lamp, it is classified under 9405.40. At the same time, attention must be paid to distinguishing it from 9405.50 (non-electrical lamps), as floor lamps are usually electric lighting. 9405.10 Chandeliers and wall lamps: Chandeliers are suspended from the ceiling, and wall lamps are fixed to walls; neither is independently floor-standing, and the installation methods differ. 9405.20 Table lamps, bedside lamps and similar articles: Table lamps are usually placed on a desktop, are small in size, and are movable, whereas floor lamps are placed directly on the floor. 9405.40 Other electric lamps and lighting fittings: This subheading is a residual provision; if a floor lamp does not meet the specific description of 9405.30, it may be mistakenly classified here. 9405.50 Non-electrical lamps and lighting fittings: Such as kerosene lamps, candlesticks, etc.; floor lamps are usually electrical, so they are not classified here. 9503 Toys: Toy lamps are mainly for children to play with, are not designed for lighting, and usually have different safety requirements. Is it placed independently on the floor? Does it have a lighting function? Does it have a base and stem? Is it electrically driven? Is it not suspended or wall-mounted?

How are floor lamps and table lamps distinguished in HS codes? Floor lamps are classified under 9405.30, and table lamps under 9405.20. The main difference lies in the mode of use: floor lamps are placed directly on the floor and usually have a taller stem; table lamps are placed on a desktop and are smaller. If a table lamp has a floor stand, it may be classified as a floor lamp. Are floor lamps with USB charging function still classified under 9405.30? Yes. As long as the main function is lighting, the additional USB charging does not affect classification. However, if the charging function is the main function, it may be classified under 8504.40. Judgment should be based on the main use. How are solar floor lamps classified? They are still classified under 9405.30, because their lighting function is unchanged and the solar panel is only a power supply method. However, if the solar panel is integrated with the lamp, it must be clearly declared. Does the shade material of a floor lamp affect classification? It does not affect subheading classification, but it affects the completion of declaration elements. Regardless of whether the shade is fabric, plastic, or glass, it is classified under 9405.30. How can I check the import tariff rate for floor lamps? You can check the Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China or inquire through the General Administration of Customs website or the Single Window. The tariff rate varies depending on the country of origin, trade agreements, etc., and information such as the certificate of origin must be provided. What certifications are required for exporting floor lamps? Requirements differ by destination country, such as CE certification for the EU, UL certification for the United States, SASO for Saudi Arabia, etc. They must be handled according to the regulations of the destination country. If floor lamps are classified under 9405.30, what documents are required for customs declaration? Usually invoices, packing lists, contracts, customs declaration forms, declaration elements, etc. are required. If a brand is involved, an authorization letter must be provided. The specific requirements are subject to customs. If a floor lamp comes with a remote control, does it affect classification? No, the remote control is still classified together with the floor lamp as an accessory. However, if the remote control is imported separately, it is classified under 8543.70.