Energy-saving innovations, from smart systems to growth-boosting bulbs for plants, are priorities for the Chinese Mainland lighting sector.

Smart products, driven by AI and providing a healthy, personalised experience, are brightening up the Chinese Mainland lighting industry.

The lighting industry remains broadly optimistic, according to an HKTDC survey of 735 exhibitors and buyers conducted onsite during the 2025 HKTDC Hong Kong Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) as well as the Outdoor Tech Light Expo 2025 (28-30 Oct). Across the industry, most respondents were upbeat about the overall market outlook and expected sales levels to rise over the next two years.

The U.S. Court of International Trade has ruled that seven models of imported string lights are properly classified as lighting sets of a kind used for Christmas trees under HTSUS 9405.30.00 (8 percent MFN duty) rather than as articles of subheading 8543.70 or 8539.50, which are subject to a lower duty rate.