How to Export Home Decor Products from India: Vases, Lamps, Candles and Cushions
Home decor is one of the fastest moving handicraft categories: vases, lamps and lanterns, candles and holders, cushion covers, wall decor, mirrors and table accessories. Buyers update collections every season, so exporters who show new designs on time and pack well get repeat orders.
To export home decor from India, register with IEC, GST and EPCH, classify each product (ceramic vases 6913, glass 7013, candles 3406, lamps 9405, cushion covers 6304), meet market rules for electrical lamps, candle safety labels and textile labelling, show seasonal collections early, offer mixed assortments with sensible MOQs, and pack fragile items to survive the journey.
Products and HS codes
| Product | HS heading | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Ceramic vases and decor | 6913 | Breakage, glaze defects |
| Glass vases and decor | 7013 | Breakage, bubbles in glass |
| Metal vases and planters | 8306 or 7418 | Finish and tarnish |
| Lamps and lanterns | 9405 | Electrical safety marks |
| Candles | 3406 | Safety warning labels |
| Cushion covers | 6304 | Fibre and care labels |
Market rules to plan for
- Electrical lamps: CE marking in the EU, UKCA in Great Britain and the right plug and voltage; many importers buy lamp bodies without wiring to avoid this.
- Candles: fire safety warnings and, in some markets, standards for candles and holders.
- Textiles: fibre composition and care labels in the buyer's language.
- Wood and packing: ISPM 15 for wooden pallets and crates.
Details are in the packaging and labelling guide.
Collections and timing
Retail buyers plan by season: spring and summer, autumn and winter, and Christmas. Show new collections six to nine months ahead, ideally at fairs such as IHGF Delhi, and keep a line of best-sellers in stock for quick repeat orders. Colour trends change every year, so ask buyers for their colour palettes.
MOQ, pricing and packing
Offer a minimum per design and colour, and mixed assortments that fill a container. Quote FOB or CIF per piece with the packing included, and state lead times clearly. Pack each piece individually, use dividers and inner boxes for fragile items, and drop-test your cartons. See export pricing.
Finding home decor buyers
Importers, chains, boutiques, interior designers and online sellers all buy Indian home decor. See live requirements for vases, lamps and lanterns, candles and holders and cushion covers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for home decor items?
It depends on the material and product: ceramic decor 6913, glass decor 7013, metal decor 8306 or 7418, lamps 9405, candles 3406 and cushion covers 6304.
Which council covers home decor exports?
EPCH, the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts, covers home decor and furnishings.
Can I export lamps without electrical certification?
Many exporters supply lamp bodies without wiring, and the importer fits certified parts locally. If you supply wired lamps, they need the right safety marks for the market.
When do buyers order Christmas decor?
Usually six to nine months ahead, so collections are shown in spring and shipped by late summer.
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