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U.S. imports of fluorescent hot-cathode discharge lamps (excluding uv) (HS 853931) totaled $4.7M in April 2026, traded with 16 countries.
Importers of Fluorescent Hot-Cathode Discharge Lamps (Excluding UV) paid $1.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 28% on $4.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataHot-cathode fluorescent lamps — the technology behind traditional tube lighting and compact fluorescent bulbs — are classified here, with China the dominant supplier and India, Poland, Thailand, and Germany also contributing meaningfully to US import volumes. The US schedule distinguishes single plug-in (8539310050) and single screw-in (8539310060) compact fluorescent formats from broader fluorescent lamp lines (8539310040, 8539310070), a split that matters for retail and commercial lighting procurement. Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) from China carry Section 301 tariff exposure, and importers should be aware that EPA's ENERGY STAR program sets performance specifications that affect product eligibility for certain commercial and government procurement channels. Mercury content in CFLs also triggers state-level disposal regulations that can affect import planning for bulk distributors.
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The US schedule provides dedicated lines for single plug-in CFLs (8539310050) and single screw-in CFLs (8539310060), separate from general fluorescent lamp lines. The distinction turns on the base type: plug-in lamps use pin connectors and require a compatible ballast fixture, while screw-in lamps incorporate an integrated ballast and fit standard Edison sockets. Misclassifying between these lines can affect statistical reporting and, in some cases, applicable duty treatment.
Federal import classification does not itself restrict mercury content, but several US states have enacted limits on mercury per lamp and mandatory take-back requirements. Importers distributing in California, Maine, and other regulated states should verify that lamp mercury levels comply with applicable state standards before committing to large inventory positions.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8539310070 | DISCHRGE LAMPS,(EX ULTRAVIOLET), FLUORESCENT,NESOI | $2.5M | 25.20% | $616K |
| 8539310040 | DISCHRGE LAMPS,(EX ULTRA), FLUORESCENT,HOT CATHODE | $1.2M | 35.37% | $414K |
| 8539310050 | DSCHRGE LMPS,(EX ULTRVIO.),FLRSCENT,SINGLE PLUG-IN | $828K | 27.36% | $227K |
| 8539310060 | DSCHRGE LMPS,(EX ULTRVIO.),FLRSCENT,SNGLE SCREW-IN | $291K | 15.94% | $46K |
DISCHRGE LAMPS,(EX ULTRAVIOLET), FLUORESCENT,NESOI
DISCHRGE LAMPS,(EX ULTRA), FLUORESCENT,HOT CATHODE
DSCHRGE LMPS,(EX ULTRVIO.),FLRSCENT,SINGLE PLUG-IN
DSCHRGE LMPS,(EX ULTRVIO.),FLRSCENT,SNGLE SCREW-IN
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8539310000 | DISCHARGE LAMPS, (EX ULTRAVIOLET), FLUORESCENT | $1.2M |
DISCHARGE LAMPS, (EX ULTRAVIOLET), FLUORESCENT
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MACH FOR RECP/CONVR/TRANS/REGN OF VOICE/IMAGE/DATA
HS 851762
SOLID-STATE NON-VOL SEMICONDUCTOR STORAGE DEVICES
HS 852351
SMARTPHONES
HS 851713
PROCESSORS AND CONTROLLERS, ELECTRONIC INTEG CIRCT
HS 854231
CONTROLS ETC W ELECT APPR F ELECT CONT NOV 1000 V
HS 853710
STATIC CONVERTERS; ADP POWER SUPPLIES
HS 850440
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $1.7M | $10K | -$1.7M |
| California | $1.4M | $28K | -$1.4M |
| Florida | $19K | $370K | +$351K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWARK, NJ | $1.4M | -- | -$1.4M |
| SAVANNAH, GA | $1.1M | -- | -$1.1M |
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $644K | -- | -$644K |