Electrical Manufacturers Looking Toward 2022 HS Tariff Nomenclature for LED Classification Changes
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association and the Global Lighting Association (GLA) are working to develop industry positions on possible changes to tariff classification of light-emitting diode (LED) lighting products, NEMA said in a blog post (here). The effort is focused on the 2022 update to the World Customs Organization’s Harmonized System, which is revised every five years, NEMA said. The WCO included some "GLA-supported changes for LED lamps" in the most recent update that went into effect on Jan. 1 (see 1701090021). "Anticipating further changes in the 2022 code to accommodate LED luminaire componentry, the GLA developed common positions on which NEMA has met with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials who represent the country at the WCO," it said. While the trade groups are still working to reach a consensus on recommendations for the WCO, "NEMA continues to confer with U.S. Customs and prepare for the 2022 HS," it said.
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The trade group is providing some technical guidance as it relates to LED lights to help in classification, NEMA said. “While U.S. Customs’ attorneys are experts in product classification, we have found that they appreciate help from NEMA in understanding the components of LED lighting technology that are traded internationally and the recommendations of the global lighting industry,” said Joe Howley, manager of industry relations for GE Lighting and the chair of the NEMA Light Source Section. “We are usually able to come to a common understanding with U.S. Customs in part due to our proactive approach.”