What types of products fall under HS-4 8536?

HS-4 8536 covers electrical apparatus for switching and protecting circuits, including fuses, circuit breakers, relays, switches, and connectors for optical fibers.

How do I know which HS-6 subheading to use?

Choose the subheading based on the specific function and voltage rating of your product. For example, use HS-6 853610 for fuses and HS-6 853641 for low-voltage relays.

What is the voltage limit for products under HS-4 8536?

All products classified under HS-4 8536 must be designed for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.

Can I classify a product as n.e.c. under HS-4 8536?

Yes, if your electrical apparatus does not fit into the specified categories, you can use HS-6 853690 for items not elsewhere classified.

What if my product is a combination of different electrical components?

You should classify the product based on its primary function. If it primarily serves as a switch, use HS-6 853650, even if it includes other components.

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8536 — Electrical apparatus for switching, protecting electrical circuits, for making connections to or in electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables

Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 8536 when importing electrical apparatus designed for switching or protecting electrical circuits with a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. For example, if you're shipping automatic circuit breakers or fuses, this heading is applicable.

When deciding among the subheadings, consider the specific function of your product. If your item is a fuse, use HS-6 853610. For automatic circuit breakers, select HS-6 853620. If your apparatus falls under a general category of protection not specified elsewhere, HS-6 853630 is the right choice.

For relays, the voltage rating is crucial. If your relay operates at 60 volts or less, use HS-6 853641. If it exceeds 60 volts, opt for HS-6 853649. This distinction is important for compliance and tariff classification.

If your product is a switch or socket, you'll need to differentiate between general types. Use HS-6 853650 for switches and HS-6 853669 for plugs and sockets, both designed for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 8536 · electrical apparatus · circuit protection · fuses under 1000 volts · automatic circuit breakers · relays for voltage · lamp-holders · optical fiber connectors · plugs and sockets · switches electrical · voltage classification · electrical circuit components · n.e.c. electrical apparatus · import electrical equipment · tariff classification · electrical machinery

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Fuses for electrical circuits under 1000 volts
Automatic circuit breakers for residential use
Relays for low-voltage applications (≤ 60 volts)
Lamp-holders compatible with standard bulbs
Connectors for optical fiber cables
Plugs and sockets for household electrical systems
General electrical apparatus for circuit protection

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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products fall under HS-4 8536?: HS-4 8536 covers electrical apparatus for switching and protecting circuits, including fuses, circuit breakers, relays, switches, and connectors for optical fibers.
How do I know which HS-6 subheading to use?: Choose the subheading based on the specific function and voltage rating of your product. For example, use HS-6 853610 for fuses and HS-6 853641 for low-voltage relays.
What is the voltage limit for products under HS-4 8536?: All products classified under HS-4 8536 must be designed for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Can I classify a product as n.e.c. under HS-4 8536?: Yes, if your electrical apparatus does not fit into the specified categories, you can use HS-6 853690 for items not elsewhere classified.
What if my product is a combination of different electrical components?: You should classify the product based on its primary function. If it primarily serves as a switch, use HS-6 853650, even if it includes other components.

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Parent context

HS code directory Chapter 85

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