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Lighting → Netherlands

Requires CE + Dutch Afvalfonds packaging registration + Dutch VAT; Rotterdam is Europe's main port

Lead time 4-8 weeks
Cost range €1,500-5,000
HS code 9405
Duty rate 0-4.7%
VAT / tax 21%

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 24931-2025 GB/T 全地形车照明和光信号装置的安装规定 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 24460-2025 GB/T 太阳能光伏照明装置总技术规范 2025
GB/T 17263-2025 GB/T 普通照明用自镇流荧光灯 性能规范 2025

Required certifications

CertificationWhat it coversStatus
CE certification Mandatory when EU directives apply Required
Afvalfonds registration Dutch packaging waste fund Required
Dutch VAT NL tax ID registration required Required
Dutch EPR EPR for electronics/batteries/packaging Required

Testing scope

Labeling requirements

Platform requirements

Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

What is Afvalfonds?
The Dutch packaging waste fund; packaged products must register.
What is the Dutch VAT rate?
Standard rate 21%.
Is the Netherlands a major European port?
Yes. Rotterdam is Europe's largest port and a major transshipment hub.
Dutch labeling requirements?
Product instructions must be in Dutch.
Is CE valid in the Netherlands?
Yes. The Netherlands is an EU member.

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