HS-4 · Heading
8513 — Lamps; portable, electric, designed to function by their own source of energy (e.g. dry batteries, accumulators, magnetos), excluding lighting equipment of heading no. 8512
Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 8513 when importing portable electric lamps that operate on their own energy source, such as battery-powered flashlights or camping lanterns. These items are distinct from fixed lighting solutions covered under other headings.
When deciding between the HS-6 subheadings, consider HS-6 851310 for complete lamps and HS-6 851390 for parts. If you’re importing a battery-operated lamp, classify it under 851310. However, if you're bringing in replacement bulbs or other components for such lamps, use 851390.
It's essential to note that HS-6 851310 excludes lighting equipment that falls under HS-4 8512. If your product is designed for stationary use or connected to a power source, it won't qualify under this heading.
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portable electric lamps · battery-operated lights · HS-4 8513 · HS-6 851310 · HS-6 851390 · importing lamps · electric lighting products · lamp parts · camping lanterns · flashlights
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Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Battery-operated camping lanterns
- Rechargeable LED flashlights
- Portable emergency lights
- Cordless table lamps
- Solar-powered garden lights
- Replacement bulbs for portable lamps
Common questions
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- What is HS-4 8513 used for?
- How to classify portable electric lamps?
- Difference between HS-6 851310 and 851390?
- Are solar lights included in HS-4 8513?
- What items fall under HS-4 8513?
- How to import electric lamps?
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- importing portable electric lamps HS-4 8513
- classifying battery-operated lamps for customs
- understanding HS-6 851310 and 851390
- requirements for importing electric lighting products
- examples of products under HS-4 8513
- how to determine lamp classification for import
- guidelines for importing lamp parts HS-6 851390
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of lamps are classified under HS-4 8513?
- HS-4 8513 covers portable electric lamps that operate independently on energy sources like batteries. This includes flashlights and camping lanterns.
- Can I import solar-powered lamps under HS-4 8513?
- Yes, solar-powered lamps that function independently can be classified under HS-4 8513, specifically under HS-6 851310.
- What is the difference between HS-6 851310 and HS-6 851390?
- HS-6 851310 is for complete portable electric lamps, while HS-6 851390 is for parts and accessories of those lamps.
- Are there any restrictions on importing lamps under HS-4 8513?
- Ensure that the lamps do not fall under HS-4 8512, which covers fixed lighting equipment. Only portable lamps designed to function independently qualify.
- What are common examples of items classified under HS-6 851390?
- Common items include replacement bulbs, batteries, and other components specifically designed for portable electric lamps.
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