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Lighting → United Kingdom

Requires UKCA marking (replacing CE) + UK EORI + UK VAT; packaging requires EPR registration

Lead time 3-6 weeks
Cost range £1,500-6,000
HS code 9405
Duty rate 0-4.7%
VAT / tax 20%

Technical standards

Reference standards for this product category — verify applicability with your testing lab before export.

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 20147.2-2026 GB/T 色度学 第2部分:CIE标准照明体 2026
GB/T 30117.7-2026 GB/T 灯和灯系统的光生物安全 第7部分:主要发射可见辐射的光源和灯具 2026
GB/T 32483.3-2025 GB/T 光源控制装置的效率要求 第3部分:卤钨灯和LED光源控制装置 控制装置效率的测量方法 2025
GB/T 32483.2-2025 GB/T 光源控制装置的效率要求 第2部分:放电灯(荧光灯除外)控制装置 控制装置效率的测量方法 2025
GB/T 31832-2025 GB/T LED城市道路照明应用技术要求 2025
GB/T 30104.207-2025 GB/T 数字可寻址照明接口 第207部分:控制装置的特殊要求 LED模块(设备类型6) 2025
GB/T 30104.104-2025 GB/T 数字可寻址照明接口 第104部分:一般要求 无线和其他有线系统组件 2025
GB/T 31887.1-2025 GB/T 自行车 照明和回复反射装置 第1部分:照明和光信号装置 2025

Required certifications

CertificationWhat it coversStatus
UKCA marking Replaced CE after Brexit; mandatory from 2025 Required
UK EORI Required for UK customs clearance Required
UK VAT GB tax ID registration required Required
UK Packaging EPR Registration with the Environment Agency required Required
UKRP UK authorized representative required Conditional

Testing scope

Labeling requirements

Platform requirements

Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

What is the difference between UKCA and CE?
UKCA is the post-Brexit UK certification, replacing CE from 2025.
Is a UK EORI required?
Yes. A UK EORI number is mandatory for customs clearance.
What is the UK VAT rate?
Standard 20%; reduced 5% for certain goods.
How do I register for Packaging EPR?
Register with the UK Environment Agency (EA); fees are based on packaging material weight.
Is a UK representative required?
Non-UK companies must appoint a UKRP (UK Responsible Person).

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