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U.S. imports of light-emitting diode (led) modules (HS 853951) totaled $23.1M in April 2026, traded with 50 countries.
Importers of Light-Emitting Diode (LED) Modules paid $2.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $16.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataLED modules — semiconductor light sources designed to be integrated into luminaires rather than used as standalone replacement lamps — are classified separately from complete LED lamps, and Mexico leads US supply under this heading, followed by China, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Vietnam. The single 10-digit line (8539510000) covers the full range of module formats, from linear strips and arrays to chip-on-board assemblies used in architectural, horticultural, automotive, and display backlighting applications. Mexico's position as the top supplier reflects its role as a nearshore assembly hub for US lighting OEMs, with components often sourced from Taiwan and China. Goods from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs, and importers should carefully document the country of substantial transformation when modules involve multi-country component sourcing.
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LED modules (853951) are components intended for integration into a luminaire or fixture — they lack a standardized lamp base and are not designed for direct consumer socket replacement. LED lamps (853952) are complete, self-contained light sources with a standardized base (e.g., E26 screw, GU10 pin) intended for end-user installation. The presence or absence of an integrated driver, standardized base, and housing are the key classification determinants; CBP has issued rulings on borderline LED strip and module products.
CBP applies a substantial transformation test: the country where the LED chips, drivers, and substrates are combined into a functional module through a process that creates a new and different article is generally the country of origin. Importers should maintain detailed bills of materials, assembly records, and supplier certifications. When components from China are assembled in Mexico or Vietnam, the transformation analysis is fact-specific and a binding ruling from CBP is advisable to avoid Section 301 exposure.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8539510000 | LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE (LED) MODULES | $23.1M | 14.33% | $2.3M |
LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE (LED) MODULES
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8539510000 | LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE (LED) MODULES | $10.1M |
LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE (LED) MODULES
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | $3.4M | $2.5M | -$868K |
| Illinois | $2.4M | $2.1M | -$277K |
| California | $2.6M | $1.1M | -$1.5M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | $5.1M | $1.4M | -$3.7M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $5.4M | -- | -$5.4M |
| PORT HURON, MI | -- | $5.1M | +$5.1M |