Lighting & Electronics Export from China

Zhongshan (lighting) · Shenzhen (electronics) — both within 1 hour of our office

What We Source

💬 Frequently Asked Questions

Which regions in China are best for lighting and electronics?

Two world-class clusters, both within 1 hour of our Zhongshan office:

Zhongshan (Guzhen Town) — literally in our backyard. Known as the “Lighting Capital of China,” producing 70% of the world’s LED lighting. Over 20,000 lighting enterprises within a 30km radius.

Shenzhen — 1 hour away. China’s consumer electronics and R&D capital. Home to the world’s most complete electronics supply chain: components, PCB assembly, and finished product assembly all in one city.

What certifications do I need for importing lighting and electronics?

Requirements vary by destination. Below is what importers typically need:

EU Market:
CE Marking (LVD 2014/35/EU + EMC 2014/30/EU) — mandatory for all lighting and electronics.
EN 60598 (luminaires), EN 61347 (LED drivers), EN 55015 (EMC for lighting).
RoHS 2011/65/EU — restricts hazardous substances in electronics.
WEEE Directive — waste electronics registration required in each EU member state.
ErP Directive (EU 2019/2020) — energy efficiency requirements for lighting products.

US Market:
FCC Part 15 — mandatory EMC testing for all electronic devices.
UL 1598 (fixed luminaires), UL 153 (portable lamps), UL 8750 (LED equipment).
ETL/CSA as alternatives to UL — all NRTL-recognized.
Energy Star — voluntary but expected by major US retailers.
California Title 20 / JA8 — mandatory for products sold in California.

GCC Market:
SASO IEC 60598 — mandatory for all lighting imported into Saudi Arabia.
G-Mark — Gulf Conformity Mark for electrical safety (GSO IEC standards).
For electronics with batteries: SASO IEC 62133, UN 38.3 (lithium battery transport safety).
Certificate of Conformity issued via SABER platform before shipment.

Transport & Logistics:
MSDS / SDS — required for products containing lithium batteries.
UN 38.3 test summary — mandatory for air and sea freight of lithium batteries.
DG (Dangerous Goods) declaration for any shipment containing batteries.

We coordinate with factories to confirm they hold the certifications you need, and verify all documentation before loading. Tell us your destination — we’ll tell you exactly what’s required.

What are typical MOQs and lead times for lighting products?

LED panels and downlights: MOQ 200-500 units, 25-35 day lead. Commercial fixtures like floodlights and high bays: MOQ 100-200 units, 30-40 days. Consumer electronics vary by product — power banks and chargers typically 1,000 units minimum. Solar products from 500 units. We negotiate flexible MOQs for first-time buyers.

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