HS code for flashlight
The U.S. HS code for a flashlight is usually 8513.10.20.00 (led, battery powered), with a 12.5% general duty and an estimated total of 25% from China and 25% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply, up to 50% in total. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| LED, battery powered | 8513.10.20.00 | 12.5% | 25% |
- 8513.10.20.00: Lamps / Flashlights
What decides the code
A battery powered LED flashlight is a portable electric lamp with its own energy source, classified under heading 8513, specifically 8513.10.20.00.
- The lamp runs on its own battery, which places it in heading 8513 as a portable electric lamp with its own energy source.
- It is a flashlight rather than other lighting equipment, so it falls under the lamps subheading at 8513.10.20.00.
- The light source is LED, which fits the flashlight line without changing the heading.
Common mistakes
- Classifying a battery powered flashlight in heading 8512 is wrong because that heading covers vehicle lighting equipment, not hand held portable lamps.
- Putting a flashlight under heading 8539 is wrong because that heading covers lamps and bulbs themselves, not a complete portable lamp with its own power source.
- Classifying it as a general electric lamp under heading 9405 is wrong because that heading covers fixed lighting fittings, not self powered portable lamps.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 25% = 12.5% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 50%.
- Vietnam
- 25% = 12.5% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 8513.10.20.00, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- LED, battery powered
- CN 8513 10 00, 5.7%
EU Combined Nomenclature 2026, third-country (erga omnes) duty. Preferential rates and EU trade remedy duties are not included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for a flashlight?
The U.S. HTS code for a flashlight is usually 8513.10.20.00 (led, battery powered). The first six digits, 8513.10, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on a flashlight from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 8513.10.20.00 is 12.5%. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 25% of customs value. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 25%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
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Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.