Chapter 94 covers furniture, bedding, lamps, prefabricated buildings, etc. Goods in this chapter are mostly related to the functional arrangement of indoor and outdoor spaces, including various lighting fixtures and their parts and accessories. It should be noted that this chapter only includes finished lamps and dedicated parts, and does not include general electrical components (such as switches, plugs) or general articles made of materials such as glass or plastics, unless they are clearly dedicated to lamps. Heading 9405 includes various lamps and lighting fixtures, such as chandeliers, table lamps, street lamps, Christmas tree lights, etc., as well as parts not elsewhere specified. This heading covers both complete lamps and dedicated parts, but parts must satisfy both: 1) they are used for lamps; 2) they are not specifically named in other headings. Therefore, general parts such as standard screws and wires are not classified under this heading. The first 2 digits "94" represent Chapter 94 (furniture; bedding; lamps; prefabricated buildings, etc.). The 3rd-4th digits "05" represent heading 9405 (lamps and lighting fixtures and parts thereof). The 5th-6th digits "60" are subheading 9405.60, specifically referring to "parts of lamps". Note: there are multiple subheadings under 9405, such as 9405.10 for chandeliers, 9405.20 for electric lamps and lighting fixtures, 9405.40 for other electric lamps and lighting fixtures, and 9405.60 specifically for parts. Therefore, 940560 applies only to dedicated parts of lamps not named in other subheadings. The goods are parts of lamps, not complete lamps. Complete lamps should be classified under subheadings such as 9405.10 to 9405.40. At the same time, the parts must be dedicated to lamps and not specifically named in other headings (such as electrical parts in Chapter 85). If the parts are general electrical components (such as LED modules, ballasts), they may be classified under Chapter 85. Therefore, 940560 is a residual subheading specifically set for parts of lamps.
Chapter
Chapter 94 covers furniture, bedding, lamps, prefabricated buildings, etc. Goods in this chapter are mostly related to the functional arrangement of indoor and outdoor spaces, including various lighting fixtures and their parts and accessories. It should be noted that this chapter only includes finished lamps and dedicated parts, and does not include general electrical components (such as switches, plugs) or general articles made of materials such as glass or plastics, unless they are clearly dedicated to lamps.
Heading
Heading 9405 includes various lamps and lighting fixtures, such as chandeliers, table lamps, street lamps, Christmas tree lights, etc., as well as parts not elsewhere specified. This heading covers both complete lamps and dedicated parts, but parts must satisfy both: 1) they are used for lamps; 2) they are not specifically named in other headings. Therefore, general parts such as standard screws and wires are not classified under this heading.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits "94" represent Chapter 94 (furniture; bedding; lamps; prefabricated buildings, etc.). The 3rd-4th digits "05" represent heading 9405 (lamps and lighting fixtures and parts thereof). The 5th-6th digits "60" are subheading 9405.60, specifically referring to "parts of lamps". Note: there are multiple subheadings under 9405, such as 9405.10 for chandeliers, 9405.20 for electric lamps and lighting fixtures, 9405.40 for other electric lamps and lighting fixtures, and 9405.60 specifically for parts. Therefore, 940560 applies only to dedicated parts of lamps not named in other subheadings.
Classification Basis
The goods are parts of lamps, not complete lamps. Complete lamps should be classified under subheadings such as 9405.10 to 9405.40. At the same time, the parts must be dedicated to lamps and not specifically named in other headings (such as electrical parts in Chapter 85). If the parts are general electrical components (such as LED modules, ballasts), they may be classified under Chapter 85. Therefore, 940560 is a residual subheading specifically set for parts of lamps.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared goods, such as "parts of lamps", "lamp shade", "lamp frame", etc., must be consistent with the actual goods. Material: The main material of the part, such as plastic, metal, glass, etc., affects classification and tariff rate. Use: Clearly specify what kind of lamp the part is dedicated to, such as "for chandeliers", "for table lamps". Brand: Manufacturer or brand name; if no brand, indicate "no brand". Model: The model or specification of the part, facilitating customs identification. Whether dedicated part: Declare whether the part is dedicated to lamps rather than a general part. Processing method: Such as injection molding, stamping, assembly, etc., affecting material and classification judgment. Product name: parts of lamps (lamp shade); Material: glass; Use: dedicated to chandeliers; Brand: no brand; Model: LS-2024; Whether dedicated part: yes; Processing method: blow molding. Specifications: diameter 200mm, height 150mm. Remarks: This lamp shade is made of glass, used only for lamps, not named in other headings. Mistakenly classifying general parts (such as screws, wires) under 940560, when they should actually be classified under Chapter 73 or Chapter 85. Mistakenly declaring complete lamps as parts, leading to incorrect subheading. False declaration of material, such as declaring plastic parts as metal parts, affecting classification.
Product name
The specific name of the declared goods, such as "parts of lamps", "lamp shade", "lamp frame", etc., must be consistent with the actual goods.
⚠️ Declaring generally as "lamp accessories" without specifying the type of part.
Material
The main material of the part, such as plastic, metal, glass, etc., affects classification and tariff rate.
⚠️ Writing only "metal" without distinguishing specific materials such as iron, aluminum, copper, etc.
Use
Clearly specify what kind of lamp the part is dedicated to, such as "for chandeliers", "for table lamps".
⚠️ Vague description of use, such as "for lighting", leading to classification disputes.
Brand
Manufacturer or brand name; if no brand, indicate "no brand".
⚠️ Omitting the brand or falsely reporting another brand.
Model
The model or specification of the part, facilitating customs identification.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or inconsistency with the actual goods.
Whether dedicated part
Declare whether the part is dedicated to lamps rather than a general part.
⚠️ Declaring a general part as a dedicated part, leading to classification errors.
Processing method
Such as injection molding, stamping, assembly, etc., affecting material and classification judgment.
⚠️ Failure to state the processing method, making it impossible to determine whether it is a part.
Example: Product name: parts of lamps (lamp shade); Material: glass; Use: dedicated to chandeliers; Brand: no brand; Model: LS-2024; Whether dedicated part: yes; Processing method: blow molding. Specifications: diameter 200mm, height 150mm. Remarks: This lamp shade is made of glass, used only for lamps, not named in other headings.
Common Mistakes:
Mistakenly classifying general parts (such as screws, wires) under 940560, when they should actually be classified under Chapter 73 or Chapter 85.
Mistakenly declaring complete lamps as parts, leading to incorrect subheading.
False declaration of material, such as declaring plastic parts as metal parts, affecting classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1) whether the goods are dedicated parts of lamps; 2) whether they are specifically named in other headings. If the parts are general electrical components (such as LEDs, resistors), they should be classified under Chapter 85; if they are glass lamp shades, consideration should be given to whether Chapter 70 is more specific. Only when the parts are dedicated to lamps and not named in other headings should they be classified under 940560. 940510 Chandeliers and other electric ceiling or wall lighting fittings: 940510 is for complete lamps, while 940560 is for parts. If the imported item is an unassembled chandelier component, classification depends on whether it constitutes a complete lamp. 940540 Other electric lamps and lighting fittings: 940540 covers other complete lamps, such as table lamps and street lamps. If the imported item is a complete table lamp, it should be classified under this code, not as a part. 853990 Parts of electric light sources: 853990 is for parts of electric light sources (such as LED bulbs), while 940560 is for parts of lamps (lighting fixtures). The key distinction is whether the part is used for a bulb or a lamp. 701399 Other glassware: If a glass lamp shade is not dedicated to lamps, it may be classified under 701399. However, a glass lamp shade dedicated to lamps is still classified under 940560. 854370 Other electrical equipment: If the part is a general electrical module, such as an LED driver, it may be classified under 854370. It is necessary to determine whether it is dedicated to lamps. Is the part dedicated to lamps? Is it specifically named in other headings? Is it a complete lamp? Does the material affect classification? Is it a general electrical part?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1) whether the goods are dedicated parts of lamps; 2) whether they are specifically named in other headings. If the parts are general electrical components (such as LEDs, resistors), they should be classified under Chapter 85; if they are glass lamp shades, consideration should be given to whether Chapter 70 is more specific. Only when the parts are dedicated to lamps and not named in other headings should they be classified under 940560.
Confused Codes:
940510 - Chandeliers and other electric ceiling or wall lighting fittings
940510 is for complete lamps, while 940560 is for parts. If the imported item is an unassembled chandelier component, classification depends on whether it constitutes a complete lamp.
940540 - Other electric lamps and lighting fittings
940540 covers other complete lamps, such as table lamps and street lamps. If the imported item is a complete table lamp, it should be classified under this code, not as a part.
853990 - Parts of electric light sources
853990 is for parts of electric light sources (such as LED bulbs), while 940560 is for parts of lamps (lighting fixtures). The key distinction is whether the part is used for a bulb or a lamp.
701399 - Other glassware
If a glass lamp shade is not dedicated to lamps, it may be classified under 701399. However, a glass lamp shade dedicated to lamps is still classified under 940560.
854370 - Other electrical equipment
If the part is a general electrical module, such as an LED driver, it may be classified under 854370. It is necessary to determine whether it is dedicated to lamps.
Self-Check:
✓ Is the part dedicated to lamps?
✓ Is it specifically named in other headings?
✓ Is it a complete lamp?
✓ Does the material affect classification?
✓ Is it a general electrical part?
❓ FAQ
What does HS code 940560 specifically refer to? 940560 is the subheading for "parts of lamps" in the HS code, referring to parts dedicated to lamps (lighting fixtures) and not specifically named in other headings. Examples include lamp shades, lamp frames, lamp holders, etc., but not general electrical components. How to determine whether a part should be classified under 940560? First confirm whether the part is dedicated to lamps; second check whether it is more specifically named in other headings (such as Chapter 85, Chapter 70). If it is dedicated to lamps and not named elsewhere, it is classified under 940560. Should LED lamp beads be classified under 940560? LED lamp beads are usually classified under Chapter 85 (such as 8541), because they are semiconductor devices, not dedicated parts of lamps. Unless they have been assembled into a dedicated module for lamps and are not named in other headings, they may be classified under 940560. Should a glass shade for a lamp be classified under 940560 or Chapter 70? If the glass shade is dedicated to lamps and is not specifically named in Chapter 70, it is classified under 940560. However, if it is ordinary glassware, it may be classified under Chapter 70. Judgment should be based on dedication. What key information is required when declaring 940560? Product name, material, use, brand, model, whether dedicated part, processing method, etc. are required. The use must clearly indicate what kind of lamp it is for, and the material must be specific to prove its dedication. What is the difference between 940560 and 940540? 940540 is for complete lamps (such as table lamps, street lamps), while 940560 is for parts of lamps. If the imported item is an unassembled part, it is classified under 940560; if it already constitutes a complete lamp, it is classified under 940540. If a part can be used for both lamps and other equipment, how should it be classified? If the part is a general part, it should be classified under its corresponding material or function heading (such as Chapter 73, Chapter 85). Only parts dedicated to lamps are classified under 940560. How to inquire about the tariff rate for 940560? Tariff rates may change. The latest rates can be obtained through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff inquiry tools. It is recommended to rely on official publications.
Q: What does HS code 940560 specifically refer to?
A: 940560 is the subheading for "parts of lamps" in the HS code, referring to parts dedicated to lamps (lighting fixtures) and not specifically named in other headings. Examples include lamp shades, lamp frames, lamp holders, etc., but not general electrical components.
Q: How to determine whether a part should be classified under 940560?
A: First confirm whether the part is dedicated to lamps; second check whether it is more specifically named in other headings (such as Chapter 85, Chapter 70). If it is dedicated to lamps and not named elsewhere, it is classified under 940560.
Q: Should LED lamp beads be classified under 940560?
A: LED lamp beads are usually classified under Chapter 85 (such as 8541), because they are semiconductor devices, not dedicated parts of lamps. Unless they have been assembled into a dedicated module for lamps and are not named in other headings, they may be classified under 940560.
Q: Should a glass shade for a lamp be classified under 940560 or Chapter 70?
A: If the glass shade is dedicated to lamps and is not specifically named in Chapter 70, it is classified under 940560. However, if it is ordinary glassware, it may be classified under Chapter 70. Judgment should be based on dedication.
Q: What key information is required when declaring 940560?
A: Product name, material, use, brand, model, whether dedicated part, processing method, etc. are required. The use must clearly indicate what kind of lamp it is for, and the material must be specific to prove its dedication.
Q: What is the difference between 940560 and 940540?
A: 940540 is for complete lamps (such as table lamps, street lamps), while 940560 is for parts of lamps. If the imported item is an unassembled part, it is classified under 940560; if it already constitutes a complete lamp, it is classified under 940540.
Q: If a part can be used for both lamps and other equipment, how should it be classified?
A: If the part is a general part, it should be classified under its corresponding material or function heading (such as Chapter 73, Chapter 85). Only parts dedicated to lamps are classified under 940560.
Q: How to inquire about the tariff rate for 940560?
A: Tariff rates may change. The latest rates can be obtained through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff inquiry tools. It is recommended to rely on official publications.
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