8536 - Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits (for example, switches, relays, fuses, surge suppressors, plugs, sockets, lamp-holders and other connectors, junction boxes), for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 V; connectors for optical fibers, optical fiber bundles or cables:

Sub-classifications

Commodity Code

Description

8536 1000

Fuses
- 8536 1000 20
  
  Glass cartridge 🖩
- 8536 1000 40
  
  Other 🖩
8536 2000

Automatic circuit breakers
- 8536 2000 20
  
  Molded case 🖩
- 8536 2000 40
  
  Other 🖩
8536 30

Other apparatus for protecting electrical circuits:
- 8536 3040 00
  
  Motor overload protectors 🖩
- 8536 3080 00
  
  Other 🖩
Relays:
- 8536 4100
  
  For a voltage not exceeding 60 V
  - 8536 4100 05
    
    Automotive signaling flashers 🖩
  - Other:
    
    With contacts rated at less than 10 A:
    
    8536 4100 20
    
    Electromechanical 🖩
    
    8536 4100 30
    
    Other 🖩
    
    Other:
    
    8536 4100 45
    
    Contactors 🖩
    
    Other:
    
    8536 4100 50
    
    Electromechanical 🖩
    
    8536 4100 60
    
    Other 🖩
- 8536 4900
  
  Other
  - With contacts rated at less than 10 A:
    
    8536 4900 50
    
    Electromechanical 🖩
    
    8536 4900 55
    
    Other 🖩
  - Other:
    
    8536 4900 65
    
    Contactors 🖩
    
    Other:
    
    8536 4900 75
    
    Electromechanical 🖩
    
    8536 4900 80
    
    Other 🖩
8536 50

Other switches:
- 8536 5040 00
  
  Motor starters 🖩
- Other:
  - 8536 5070 00
    
    Electronic AC switches consisting of optically coupled input and output circuits (insulated thyristor AC switches); electronic switches, including temperature protected switches, consisting of a transistor and a logic chip (chip-on-chip technology); electromechanical snap-action switches for a current not exceeding 11 amps 🖩
  - 8536 5090
    
    Other
    
    Rotary:
    
    8536 5090 20
    
    Rated at not over 5 A 🖩
    
    8536 5090 25
    
    Rated at over 5 A 🖩
    
    Push-button:
    
    Rated at not over 5 A
    
    8536 5090 31
    
    Momentary contact 🖩
    
    8536 5090 32
    
    Other, gang switches 🖩
    
    8536 5090 33
    
    Other 🖩
    
    8536 5090 35
    
    Rated at over 5 A 🖩
    
    8536 5090 40
    
    Snap-action, other than limit 🖩
    
    8536 5090 45
    
    Knife 🖩
    
    8536 5090 50
    
    Slide 🖩
    
    8536 5090 55
    
    Limit 🖩
    
    8536 5090 65
    
    Other 🖩
Lamp-holders, plugs and sockets:
- 8536 6100 00
  
  Lamp-holders 🖩
- 8536 69
  
  Other:
  - 8536 6940
    
    Coaxial connectors; cylindrical multicontact connectors; rack and panel connectors; printed circuit connectors; ribbon or flat cable connectors
    
    8536 6940 10
    
    Coaxial connectors 🖩
    
    8536 6940 20
    
    Cylindrical multicontact connectors 🖩
    
    8536 6940 30
    
    Rack and panel connectors 🖩
    
    8536 6940 40
    
    Printed circuit connectors 🖩
    
    8536 6940 51
    
    Ribbon or flat cable connectors 🖩
  - 8536 6980 00
    
    Other 🖩
8536 7000 00

Connectors for optical fibers, optical fiber bundles or cables 🖩
8536 90

Other apparatus:
- 8536 9040 00
  
  Terminals, electrical splices and electrical couplings; wafer probers 🖩
- 8536 9060 00
  
  Battery clamps of a kind used in motor vehicles of heading 8702, 8703, 8704 or 8711 🖩
- 8536 9085
  
  Other
  - 8536 9085 10
    
    Electrical distribution ducts 🖩
  - 8536 9085 30
    
    Junction boxes 🖩
  - 8536 9085 85
    
    Other 🖩

Overview

Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits, falling under HTS code 8536, encompasses a broad range of devices essential for managing and establishing electrical flow. This category is specifically designed for components operating at voltages not exceeding 1,000 volts. Its scope is distinct from other Section XVI chapters, such as Chapter 84 which covers general machinery, by focusing exclusively on electrical circuit management and connection technologies. Unlike siblings within Chapter 85 that might address power generation or signal transmission equipment, 8536 is centered on the control, protection, and interconnection of electrical circuits.

The diversity within this HTS code is reflected in its subcategories. It includes specific types of protective devices like fuses (8536.10) and automatic circuit breakers (8536.20), as well as other apparatus designed for circuit protection (8536.30). Furthermore, the category accommodates various types of relays and switches (8536.50), along with common electrical fittings such as lamp-holders, plugs, and sockets. A dedicated subcategory also exists for connectors specifically designed for optical fibers, optical fiber bundles, or cables (8536.70), highlighting the evolution of connectivity within electrical systems. Finally, a general "other apparatus" category (8536.90) captures a wide array of devices not specifically enumerated elsewhere within this heading, provided they meet the fundamental criteria of voltage limitation and intended electrical function.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 8536?

HTS code 8536 covers Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits (for example, switches, relays, fuses, surge suppressors, plugs, sockets, lamp-holders and other connectors, junction boxes), for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 V; connectors for optical fibers, optical fiber bundles or cables: under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles.

›What products are classified under 8536?

This classification covers Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits (for example, switches, relays, fuses, surge suppressors, plugs, sockets, lamp-holders and other connectors, junction boxes), for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 V; connectors for optical fibers, optical fiber bundles or cables:. It falls under Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles.

›How many HTS codes are under 8536?

There are 8 direct subcategories under this classification.

›What are the subcategories under 8536?

This category contains 8 subcategories including: Fuses, Automatic circuit breakers, Other apparatus for protecting electrical circuits:, Relays:, Other switches:, and more. Browse the full list below.

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