8539.22.80.30 - Decorative 🖩

This HTS category, 8539.22.80.30, specifically covers "Decorative" filament lamps with a power not exceeding 150 watts and operating at a voltage exceeding 100 volts. These are designed primarily for aesthetic purposes, often found in specialized lighting applications, decorative fixtures, or as accent lighting where visual appeal is the main consideration. The classification hinges on the lamp's intended use and design as a decorative element rather than solely for general illumination.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 8539.22.80.10, which refers to "3-way" lamps, is crucial. While both are filament lamps with similar power and voltage parameters, the "3-way" designation implies a functional aspect of providing multiple light levels within a single bulb. This decorative category, conversely, focuses on lamps whose primary characteristic is their ornamental contribution, often featuring unique shapes, filament designs, or colored glass. The "Other, including standard household" sibling category encompasses more general-purpose filament lamps that do not fit the specific "3-way" or "Decorative" functional or aesthetic criteria.

As a leaf node, this classification does not have further subcategories. Therefore, its precise application relies on distinguishing it from the broader "Other, including standard household" category. When classifying, consider whether the lamp's design and marketing explicitly emphasize its decorative qualities, such as specialty bulbs for chandeliers, string lights, or novelty lamps, as opposed to standard incandescent bulbs used for everyday room lighting. The key is the intent and execution of the design for ornamental effect.