HS Code:
The 'With a single screw-in base' category, typically classified under HS Code 8539.22 (for certain types of incandescent lamps with a single screw-in base such as Edison screw bases), includes light bulbs and lamps designed for household and industrial use. These products are essential in the lighting industry, offering compatibility with standard fixtures worldwide. This category has seen shifts due to energy efficiency regulations and the rise of LED alternatives, impacting global trade dynamics.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 650 million
54.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 150 million
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 120 million
10.0% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
USD 80 million
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 50 million
4.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.8% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA)
Shift to LED alternatives
Decline in demand for traditional screw-in base incandescent bulbs due to energy efficiency regulations globally.
2020-2022
Increased production in Asia
Lower production costs in countries like China and Vietnam have shifted manufacturing bases, affecting trade flows.
2019-2022
Sustainability regulations
Stricter environmental policies in the EU and North America are pushing for eco-friendly designs, impacting import patterns.
2021-2023
The European Union implemented a near-complete ban on traditional incandescent bulbs with screw-in bases to promote energy-efficient alternatives.
September 2021
Significant reduction in imports of traditional bulbs into the EU, redirecting trade to LED manufacturers.
The United States imposed additional tariffs on Chinese lighting products, including screw-in base lamps, as part of ongoing trade tensions.
January 2022
Increased costs for US importers, leading to a search for alternative suppliers in Southeast Asia.
Major manufacturers have introduced smart screw-in base bulbs with IoT capabilities, gaining traction in developed markets.
March 2023
Potential growth in niche markets, though traditional bulb trade continues to decline.