{"id":1138,"date":"2020-01-17T19:00:14","date_gmt":"2020-01-17T19:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/?p=1138"},"modified":"2023-05-01T12:49:31","modified_gmt":"2023-05-01T12:49:31","slug":"import-duty-on-led-lights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/import-duty-on-led-lights\/","title":{"rendered":"US import duty on LED lights from China"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Of the various products imported from China, lighting has recently become very popular. No wonder more and more importers are choosing LED lights from China. LED lighting is long-lasting and consumes less energy than standard lighting. It is simply a lot more efficient than traditional lighting. Read further to familiarize yourself with the characteristic of importing LED lights to the United States from China and check the import duty on LED lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Production areas of LED lights in China<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/guzhen-lighting-markets\/\">Guzhen<\/a>, a separate part of Zhongshan, is known as one of the main sources of LED lighting. Apart from that, the most significant number of producers of LED lighting is in such cities as Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan, and Ningbo. In many of those cities, you can also visit lighting fairs.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"http:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/importing-led-lights-from-china-manufacturers-map-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Importing led lights from China - map\" class=\"wp-image-2134 lazyload\" width=\"700\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/importing-led-lights-from-china-manufacturers-map-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Importing led lights from China - map\" class=\"wp-image-2134 lazyload\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/importing-led-lights-from-china-manufacturers-map-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/importing-led-lights-from-china-manufacturers-map-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/importing-led-lights-from-china-manufacturers-map-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/importing-led-lights-from-china-manufacturers-map.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Importing LED lights from China \u2013 trade fairs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Trade fairs are one of the best places to find a business partner. The following list contains selected events where you can find LED lighting and similar goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>International Signs &amp; Led Exhibition (ISLE)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: Shenzhen World Exhibition &amp; Convention Center, Shenzhen, China<br>Website:&nbsp;<a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.isle.org.cn\/\" target=\"_blank\">isle.org.cn<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shanghai International Lighting Exhibition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: National Convention &amp; Exhibition Center, Shanghai, China<br>Website:&nbsp;<a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.apppexpo.com\/index\/3\/en\" target=\"_blank\">apppexpo.com\/index\/3\/en<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>China (Guzhen) International Lighting Fair<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: Zhongshan Huangpu International Convention and Exhibition Center, Zhongshan, China<br>Website:&nbsp;<a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/en.jiagle.com\/lighting-fair\/\" target=\"_blank\">en.jiagle.com\/lighting-fair<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chengdu International Exhibition Lighting And Led<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: Century City New International Convention and Exhibition Center, Chengdu, China<br>Website:&nbsp;<a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.chinamie.com\/en\/index.asp\" target=\"_blank\">chinamie.com\/en\/index.asp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Expo Lighting For Commercial Properties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai, China<br>Website:&nbsp;<a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hdeexpo.com\/Portals\/11\/Templates\/hde_light\/index_EN.html\" target=\"_blank\">hdeexpo.com\/Portals\/11\/Templates\/hde_light\/index_EN.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>China (Ningbo) International Sourcing Fair on Lamps, Lanterns&nbsp;and&nbsp;Accessories &amp; Led Illumination Exhibition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: Ningbo International Conference and Exhibition Center, Ningbo, China<br>Website:&nbsp;<a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/en.yishengexpo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">en.yishengexpo.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair Complex), Guangzhou, China<br>Website: <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/guangzhou-international-lighting-exhibition.hk.messefrankfurt.com\/guangzhou\/zh-cn.html\" target=\"_blank\">guangzhou-international-lighting-exhibition.hk.messefrankfurt.com\/guangzhou\/zh-cn.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Led China Shanghai<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai, China<br>Website:&nbsp;<a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/en.ledchina.com\/shanghai\/\" target=\"_blank\">en.ledchina.com\/shanghai<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">US import duty on LED lights from China <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The importer has to remember about due duties. The current rates of US duty are in the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/hts.usitc.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\">HTS system<\/a>, and we recommend checking it before ordering goods. The list below presents selected goods together with their codes and the corresponding amount of duty applicable in the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Light-emitting diode (LED) backlights modules (9405.40.82)&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;<strong>0%<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light-emitting diode (LED) lamps (8539.50.00)&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;<strong>2%<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diodes, other than photosensitive or light-emitting diodes (LED) (8541.10.00)&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;<strong>0%<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light-emitting diodes (LED) (8541.40.20)&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;<strong>0%<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light-emitting diode (LED) backlights modules (parts) (9033.00.20)&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;<strong>0%<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These are examples of US import duties on LED lights from China. In matters of the ongoing US-China trade war, some goods imported from China to the US are subject to an <strong>additional 25% tariffs<\/strong>. It applies to, for example, subheading 8541.10.00, diodes, other than photosensitive or LED. If the product has an existing 0% duty, the new rate would be 25%. Implementing a special tariff is a way to protect domestic production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Importing LED lights from China to the US<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before placing an order, you should have your <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/credit-report\/\">supplier verified<\/a>. One of the importer\u2019s obligations is to prepare and gather <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/import-from-china-documents\">documents<\/a> necessary for clearance formalities. If you are the Importer of Record (IOR), the importer number will be your Social Security Number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The importer is required to place on the market a product that is safe for the consumer. It is advised to ensure that your product complies with labeling requirements and US safety standards before importing. Otherwise, you could be declined entry by US Customs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the IEC 62560, which sets standards for LED lighting, mandatory markings include a mark of origin, rated wattage, and rated frequency, as well as rated voltage or voltage range. Minimum safety requirements for LED, OLED, and PLED products and their components are specified by the UL 8750 Standard for LED Equipment for Use in Lighting Products, developed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Integrated lamps for sale in the US have to have a mark from a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL), meaning they comply with the safety regulations outlined in UL 1993 and UL 8750.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Above we presented import duty on LED lights from China. If you are interested in importing other goods, check out our other <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/tag\/import-from-china\/\">posts<\/a> on that topic.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Of the various products imported from China, lighting has recently become very popular. No wonder more and more importers are choosing LED lights from China. LED lighting is long-lasting and consumes less energy than standard lighting. 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