HS Heading 9405 : 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
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 9405 encompasses 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. It classifies 15 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 94 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 9405
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9405.11 | Chandeliers and other electric ceiling or wall lighting fittings, excluding those of a kind used for lighting public open spaces or thoroughfares, Designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources | 94 | View 9405.11 Package → |
| 9405.19 | Chandeliers and other electric ceiling or wall lighting fittings, excluding those of a kind used for lighting public open spaces or thoroughfares, Other | 94 | View 9405.19 Package → |
| 9405.21 | Electric table, desk, bedside or floor-standing luminaires, Designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources | 94 | View 9405.21 Package → |
| 9405.29 | Electric table, desk, bedside or floor-standing luminaires, Other | 94 | View 9405.29 Package → |
| 9405.31 | Lighting strings of a kind used for Christmas trees, Designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources | 94 | View 9405.31 Package → |
| 9405.39 | Lighting strings of a kind used for Christmas trees, Other | 94 | View 9405.39 Package → |
| 9405.41 | Other electric luminaires and lighting fittings, Photovoltaic, designed for use solely with light- emitting diode (LED) light sources | 94 | View 9405.41 Package → |
| 9405.42 | Other electric luminaires and lighting fittings, Other, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources | 94 | View 9405.42 Package → |
| 9405.49 | Other electric luminaires and lighting fittings, Other | 94 | View 9405.49 Package → |
| 9405.50 | Non-electrical luminaires and lighting fittings | 94 | View 9405.50 Package → |
| 9405.61 | Illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like, Designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources | 94 | View 9405.61 Package → |
| 9405.69 | Illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like, Other | 94 | View 9405.69 Package → |
| 9405.91 | Parts, Of glass | 94 | View 9405.91 Package → |
| 9405.92 | Parts, Of plastics | 94 | View 9405.92 Package → |
| 9405.99 | Parts, Other | 94 | View 9405.99 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 9405
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 9405 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 9405 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 9405 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 9405?
HS Heading 9405 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, grouping 15 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 9405?
Subheadings under Heading 9405 range from 9405.11 to 9405.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 9405?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 9405 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 9405?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 9405?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 9405?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 9405 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 9405?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 9405?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 9405?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.