HS Code:
Light bars of the electronic type (likely falling under HS Code 8512.20 or a related subcategory for electrical lighting equipment for vehicles or other uses) refer to LED or other electronically powered light bars used primarily for automotive, industrial, or emergency vehicle applications. These products are designed for high visibility, durability, and energy efficiency, often used in off-road vehicles, construction equipment, and public safety vehicles. The category includes a range of products from basic LED strips to complex programmable light systems with customizable patterns and colors.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $1.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database & International Trade Centre (ITC)
$450 million USD
37.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$200 million USD
16.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$120 million USD
10.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$80 million USD
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$70 million USD
5.8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing economies)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as USMCA and EU-Japan EPA)
Rising demand for energy-efficient LED technology
Increased adoption in automotive and industrial sectors, driving market growth by 8% annually
2021-2023
Shift towards smart light bars with IoT integration
Growing interest in programmable and connected light bars for emergency and commercial applications, boosting innovation
2022-2023
Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions
Shortages of semiconductor components for electronic light bars, leading to price increases of up to 15% in some markets
2021-2022
The European Union introduced stricter energy efficiency and safety standards for automotive lighting equipment, including electronic light bars, effective from mid-2023.
June 2023
Manufacturers must adapt to comply with new standards, potentially increasing production costs but improving product quality and market trust.
Recent negotiations have led to a temporary reduction in tariffs on certain electronic components, including light bars, easing trade tensions between the two largest players in this market.
March 2023
Expected to lower costs for US importers and increase Chinese exports by approximately 5% in the short term.
Major manufacturers in South Korea and Japan unveiled new smart light bar models with integrated IoT features for real-time control and diagnostics at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
January 2023
Likely to drive consumer interest and open new market segments, particularly in smart vehicle and industrial automation sectors.