| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9405310040 | Doc | 63.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9405418410 | Doc | 58.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8512202080 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8512202040 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8539228060 | Doc | 32.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8539520091 | Doc | 32.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Outdoor String Lights
Outdoor string lights are decorative lighting solutions designed for use in exterior spaces. They provide illumination and ambiance for patios, gardens, decks, and other outdoor areas.
Material
- Bulbs: Traditionally incandescent, but increasingly LED for energy efficiency, longevity, and cooler operation. Bulbs can be clear glass, frosted glass, plastic, or shatter-resistant plastic for durability. Some utilize vintage-style Edison bulbs.
- Wire: Typically SPT-1 or SPT-2 rated wire, indicating suitability for outdoor use. Wire can be black, white, or colored. Heavy-duty options use thicker gauge wire for longer spans and increased durability.
- Sockets: Usually made of weatherproof plastic or metal with rubber gaskets to prevent water ingress.
- String/Cable: Constructed from flexible PVC or rubber to withstand outdoor conditions.
Purpose
- Decoration: Primarily used to create a festive, inviting, or romantic atmosphere.
- Illumination: Provide ambient lighting for outdoor activities, pathways, or focal points.
- Extension of Indoor Space: Help to visually expand living areas into patios and gardens.
Function
Outdoor string lights function by connecting to a power source (typically standard AC power) and distributing electricity to a series of bulbs along the length of the string. Many utilize end-to-end connections allowing multiple strings to be linked together. Some models feature dimmable functionality. Some are powered by solar energy with integrated solar panels and rechargeable batteries.
Usage Scenarios
- Patios & Decks: Draping lights around railings, pergolas, or umbrellas.
- Gardens: Wrapping lights around trees, shrubs, or fences.
- Events: Used for parties, weddings, and outdoor gatherings.
- Pathways: Hanging lights along walkways for safety and aesthetic appeal.
- Commercial Spaces: Restaurants, bars, and hotels utilize them for outdoor seating areas.
Common Types
- Incandescent String Lights: Traditional, warm glow, less energy efficient, shorter lifespan.
- LED String Lights: Energy efficient, long lifespan, available in various colors and brightness levels.
- Solar String Lights: Powered by the sun, no external power source needed, ideal for remote locations.
- Vintage Edison String Lights: Feature retro-style bulbs for a classic aesthetic.
- Globe String Lights: Large, spherical bulbs for a prominent visual effect.
- Fairy Lights (Micro LED Lights): Small, delicate lights on a thin wire, often used for decorative accents.
- Curtain Lights: Lights arranged on vertical strands to create a curtain-like effect.
- Commercial Grade String Lights: Heavier duty, longer lasting, and designed for frequent use.
- Smart String Lights: Controllable via smartphone or voice assistants, offering customizable colors and scheduling.
Outdoor string lights generally refer to lighting strings used for decorative or illumination purposes, often in outdoor settings. Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant:
- 9405310040: This HS code covers luminaires and lighting fittings, including searchlights and spotlights and parts thereof, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated nameplates and the like, having a permanently fixed light source, and parts thereof not elsewhere specified or included: Lighting strings of a kind used for Christmas trees. Specifically, these are designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources. The total tax rate is 63.0% (Base tariff: 8.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30%).
- 9405418410: This HS code covers luminaires and lighting fittings, including searchlights and spotlights and parts thereof, not elsewhere specified or included: Other electric luminaires and lighting fittings: Photovoltaic, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources: Other: Other lighting sets. The total tax rate is 58.9% (Base tariff: 3.9%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30%).
- 8512202080: This HS code covers electrical lighting or signaling equipment (excluding articles of heading 8539), windshield wipers, defrosters and demisters, of a kind used for cycles or motor vehicles; parts thereof: Other lighting or visual signaling equipment: Lighting equipment Other. The total tax rate is 55.0% (Base tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30%).
Note: The classification of outdoor string lights will depend on their specific design and intended use. If the lights are specifically designed for use with vehicles, HS code 8512202080 may be applicable. Otherwise, HS codes 9405310040 or 9405418410 are more likely to be appropriate.