Find HS Code and trade information for BALLOON LIGHTS

HS Code Classification for BALLOON LIGHTS

Based on the provided reference data, classifying "BALLOON LIGHTS" requires careful consideration of their functionality and power source. Here's a breakdown of potential HS codes, along with explanations:

1. 9405418410 – Luminaires and lighting fittings, including searchlights and spotlights and parts thereof; illuminated signs, illuminated nameplates and the like, having a permanently fixed light source:

• 94: Furniture, bedding, lighting signs, prefabricated buildings. This chapter broadly covers lighting products.
• 05: Luminaires and lighting fittings. Specifically targets lighting equipment.
• 41: Other electric luminaires and lighting fittings. This narrows down to more specific types of electric lights.
• 84: Photovoltaic, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources. If the balloon lights are solely powered by solar/photovoltaic and use LEDs, this is a strong candidate.
• 10: Other lighting sets. This is a general subcategory.
• Tax Rate: 58.9% (Base 3.9% + Additional 25.0% + Post 2025.4.2 Additional 30%)
• Considerations: This code applies if the lights are designed to be plugged into a power source or are permanently fixed with a light source.

2. 9405490000 – Luminaires and lighting fittings, including searchlights and spotlights and parts thereof; illuminated signs, illuminated nameplates and the like, having a permanently fixed light source:

• 94: Furniture, bedding, lighting signs, prefabricated buildings.
• 05: Luminaires and lighting fittings.
• 49: Other electric luminaires and lighting fittings. This is a broader category for electric lights not specifically defined elsewhere.
• 00: Other. This is a general subcategory.
• Tax Rate: 58.9% (Base 3.9% + Additional 25.0% + Post 2025.4.2 Additional 30%)
• Considerations: Use this code if the lights are electric but don't fall into the more specific "photovoltaic" category (9405418410).

3. 8513102000 – Portable electric lamps designed to function by their own source of energy; Lamps: Flashlights:

• 85: Electrical machinery and equipment.
• 13: Electrical lamps and lighting equipment.
• 10: Portable electric lamps.
• 20: Lamps: Flashlights. If the balloon lights function as portable lamps with their own battery source and resemble flashlights in function, this code may apply.
• Tax Rate: 42.5% (Base 12.5% + Additional 0.0% + Post 2025.4.2 Additional 30%)

4. 8513104000 – Portable electric lamps designed to function by their own source of energy; Lamps: Other:

• 85: Electrical machinery and equipment.
• 13: Electrical lamps and lighting equipment.
• 10: Portable electric lamps.
• 40: Lamps: Other. If the balloon lights are portable and self-powered but don't fit the "flashlight" description, this is a suitable option.
• Tax Rate: 33.5% (Base 3.5% + Additional 0.0% + Post 2025.4.2 Additional 30%)

5. 8539520091 – Electrical filament or discharge lamps, including sealed beam lamp units and ultraviolet or infrared lamps; arc lamps; light-emitting diode (LED) light sources; parts thereof: Light-emitting diode (LED) lamps Other:

• 85: Electrical machinery and equipment.
• 39: Electrical filament or discharge lamps.
• 52: Light-emitting diode (LED) light sources.
• 00: Other. This is a general subcategory.
• 91: Light-emitting diode (LED) lamps Other. If the balloon lights are primarily LED light sources, this code is relevant.
• Tax Rate: 32.0% (Base 2.0% + Additional 0.0% + Post 2025.4.2 Additional 30%)

Important Considerations & Recommendations:

• Power Source: The primary power source is crucial. Battery-operated lights will fall under 8513, while mains-powered lights will be 9405.
• LED vs. Other: If the lights use LEDs, codes under 8539 are more appropriate.
• Functionality: Are they primarily decorative, or do they serve a specific lighting purpose?
• Material Composition: The material of the balloon itself might have implications for import regulations.
• Certification: Depending on the destination country, you may need to provide certifications (e.g., CE, RoHS) to demonstrate compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Single Declaration: If the balloon and light are sold as a single unit, the classification should reflect the primary function of the combined product.

Action Required:

Please provide more details about the "BALLOON LIGHTS," including:

1. Power source: (Battery, mains electricity, solar)
2. Light source type: (LED, incandescent, etc.)
3. Primary function: (Decoration, illumination, signaling)
4. Material of the balloon: (Latex, plastic, etc.)

This information will help determine the most accurate HS code and ensure smooth customs clearance.